This undergraduate thesis project allows me to apply my industrial design skills with a firm commitment to improving the disability community without the constraints of intellectual property rights. I aim to leave a lasting, positive impact on those it reaches. I parneted with BORP, Bay Area Outreach and Recreational Program at Berkeley, California for this project.

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The adaptive clamp offers a secure, low-effort solution for individuals with grip disabilities to use any paddle effectively. Its versatile design ensures efficient water propulsion while allowing quick release for safety when fall into water.