WHERE IT ALL STARTED

The idea began from my own experience and a clear gap I saw: no pushchairs were designed properly for visually impaired parents. I knew first‑hand how hard it was to get out, move safely, and feel confident when you cannot see obstacles, controls, or where you are going. There was nothing on the market that truly understood or met these needs — so I set out to change that.

In the 2017–2018 academic year, under my former company Eyes for Success, I partnered with engineering and design students at Imperial College London to turn this idea into reality. Together we researched, tested, and developed the very first working concept — built entirely around what visually impaired parents actually need: safety, independence, and the ability to navigate without help.

We did not build a pushchair from scratch. Instead, we took a standard, already manufactured model and attached every feature and adaptation to the outside — this let us test quickly, learn fast, and prove exactly what worked. We added:

• Tactile markers and guides — so you can feel exactly where handles, brakes, and parts are, no sight needed
• Obstacle‑sensing technology — to detect objects in your path and alert you before you get too close
• Clear labels and markers — so others could also see it was designed for accessibility

Here I am with the students demonstrating how the system senses obstacles, showing exactly how it works to keep you safe and independent. https://youtu.be/4Hl_4OxprQQ?si=aZU5zOfc7U27JT72

This early prototype was purely experimental — never made for sale, only to test, learn, and prove the concept. But it gave us everything we needed: proof that this was possible, clear data on what features matter most, and the foundation for everything we do today.

Now, as Quacy’s Smart Mobility, we carry that work forward — still fully in research and development, refining every detail, and working toward a purpose‑built, fully accessible mobility solution that will finally give visually impaired parents the freedom, safety, and confidence they deserve.

This is not just a product — it started from a need, grew through collaboration, and is now built on real experience. This is where it all began.