Remote Control Lawn Mowers for Elderly or Disabled

Ian C. Langtree - Writer/Editor for Disabled World (DW)
Published: 2009/09/22 - Updated: 2023/11/20
Publication Type: Product Release / Update
Category Topic: Assistive Technology - Academic Publications

Page Content: Synopsis - Introduction - Main

Synopsis: Today's remote control lawn mowers are very elderly and disabled friendly with simple one finger joystick control. An electric remote control lawn mower utilizes a self-charging power system to keep the battery charged at all times while remaining practical on any lawn.

Introduction

Introducing remote control lawn mowers as an alternative to weed eaters on steep hills. The simple to operate mowers are elderly friendly as well. With all of the technological advancements with the cell phone industry we have witnessed since the birth of the internet, it is no surprise to see companies selling remote control lawn mowers. A rather new niche market for slope mowers has been catching the attention of professional lawn care providers over the last several years and they have an interesting concept for mowing steep hills.

Main Content

Electric Remote Control Mowers

Electric mowers have been around for a while, and are very environmentally friendly.

There are some really impressive robotic units that are fully automatic with sensors for this, that, and the other. However, most consumers look for products that benefit them, and not just the environment.

Electric mowers are only practical on small lawns without slopes. One generally has to bury wires in the yard similar to the invisible dog fence systems and fool with charging batteries or extension cords.

An electric remote control lawn mower utilizes a self-charging power system to keep the battery charged at all times while remaining practical on any lawn.

Slope mowing capabilities up to 50 degrees is where these remote control lawn mowers really become practical, and not just fun.

Gas Powered Remote Control Lawnmowers

A gas powered remote control lawnmower is a type of lawnmower that is operated remotely and powered by a gasoline engine. It combines the convenience of remote control operation with the power and mobility provided by a gas engine.

Typically, a gas-powered remote control lawnmower consists of a cutting deck, wheels, and a gas engine, similar to a traditional walk-behind lawnmower. However, it also includes additional components such as a remote control unit, receiver, and control system.

The remote control unit allows the operator to control the lawnmower's movement and cutting functions wirelessly. It usually features joysticks or buttons that control the forward and backward movement, turning, and blade engagement of the lawnmower. The remote control signals are transmitted to the receiver on the lawnmower, which then translates the commands into actions.

Gas-powered remote control lawnmowers are often used for commercial or large-scale landscaping applications where maneuverability and operator safety are important. They allow the operator to control the lawnmower from a distance, which can be particularly useful when navigating obstacles or mowing on steep or uneven terrain.

It's worth noting that while gas-powered remote control lawnmowers can be convenient, they also require regular maintenance and care, just like any other gas-powered equipment. This includes routine maintenance tasks such as checking and changing the oil, replacing spark plugs, and cleaning or replacing air filters.

Lawn Care Professionals

A lawn care professional may have 6 or 8 men, equipped with time consuming weed eaters, for slopes over 30 degrees. Now they use one man, equipped with a remote control lawn mower, to take on the slopes and ditches. Their other crew members are out focusing on productivity by keeping the wheels spinning on their fleet of zero-turn mowers.

Conclusion

On the residential side of the spectrum, remote control lawn mowers are very elderly and disabled friendly with the simple, one finger joystick control. Believe it or not, many senior citizens actually enjoy lawn maintenance, but are no longer able to enjoy the satisfaction of maintaining their own lawn due to the physical demands of traditional lawn mowing equipment. Mowing the lawn is no longer a chore and, with a remote control lawn mower, is actually kind of fun.

There are several companies overseas that are also taking part in the concept of remote control lawn mowers. Besides The Summit Lawn Mower Company in the United States, Lynex, RoboFlail, and Dvorak are paving the way for the big boys in the lawn mower industry to follow suit.

Author Credentials: Ian is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of Disabled World, a leading resource for news and information on disability issues. With a global perspective shaped by years of travel and lived experience, Ian is a committed proponent of the Social Model of Disability-a transformative framework developed by disabled activists in the 1970s that emphasizes dismantling societal barriers rather than focusing solely on individual impairments. His work reflects a deep commitment to disability rights, accessibility, and social inclusion. To learn more about Ian's background, expertise, and accomplishments, visit his full biography.