Thread: Three cheers for Dean Kamen and the Segway
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Re: Three cheers for Dean Kamen and the Segway
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Originally Posted by Molten View Post
What is it good for? How is this going to help anyone? It seemed like one of those inventions which are really cool with the science, but lacked the tangeable use.
I started seeing opportunities for the Segway when policemen began using them in areas that seemed appropriate, such as malls and downtown where there is a lot of traffic congestion - vehicles and pedestrians.

Many years ago, I had a good friend who was often restricted in what she could do because of the disease, Lupus. She was an animal photographer and specialized in outdoor photo shoots. The Segway would have made a huge impact on her livelihood, her mobility, and her happiness. I've often thought of that.
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