THE BAMBULANCE GOES WHERE THE AMBULANCE CAN’T!

AUGUST 18th, 2009

The Bambulance (it’s made from Bamboo), is a human (or animal) propelled gurney designed to transfer sick or injured people across rural terrain. Made from cheap, local resources its unique design provides a lifeline for many people with no direct access to hospitals. It’s one of this year’s finalists for the INDEX:Award, one of the largest design awards in the world. The INDEX:Award splits a prize fund of €500,000 between five designs which substantially improve life.

Check out this video about the design and manufacture of the Bambulance and visit INDEX:Award to find out more about the other designs in this year’s competition.

Source: TreeHugger

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