During 1995 , West involved product designer Earl Miner in producing a prototype built with an eye to sturdiness , simplicity and cost effectiveness .
Hills and his wife Laura spoke with Reverend Mel West about a modified wheelchair that might serve , hand - cranked with three wheels .
During 1995 , Reverend involved product designer Earl Miner in producing a prototype built with an eye to sturdiness , simplicity and cost effectiveness .
Hills and his wife Laura spoke with Reverend Mel West about a modified wheelchair that might serve , hand - cranked with three wheels .