Innovation & Research

PAX Cart Patent

Patent: (EU) 4096986B1 (CN) 202530430900.9
Airports and Mobility Hubs
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PAX Cart Patent

A patented all-in-one mobility device designed to transform how passengers move, wait, and experience airport terminals.

Value Delivered

PAX Cart enhances the passenger journey by transforming waiting time into usable time, allowing travelers to move, rest, and carry belongings with greater comfort and flexibility. For airport operators, the solution reduces equipment clutter, improves passenger circulation, and simplifies operational management. Its patented design creates strong market differentiation while enabling scalable deployment across airports, train stations, cruise terminals, and future mobility hubs. By combining multifunctionality, operational efficiency, and integrated technology, PAX Cart establishes a new standard for passenger-centered mobility infrastructure—supporting a more seamless, inclusive, and future-ready travel experience.

Project Overview

PAX Cart is an innovative passenger mobility solution developed by 1PAX to improve comfort, accessibility, and efficiency within airport environments. Designed from a human-centered perspective, the system integrates multiple functions—cart, seat, stroller, and compact stacking unit—into a single elegant object. The solution responds to the increasing complexity of airport terminals, where passenger expectations are rising while available space remains limited. By consolidating several types of equipment into one versatile device, PAX simplifies infrastructure while enhancing the overall passenger journey.

Key Challenge


Airports traditionally rely on separate equipment—luggage carts, seating areas, and strollers—creating clutter, operational inefficiencies, and fragmented passenger experiences. At the same time, terminals must accommodate a wide range of users, including families, elderly passengers, business travelers, and people with reduced mobility. The challenge was to design a single solution capable of addressing these diverse needs while minimizing space requirements and operational complexity.

Our Approach


PAX Cart introduces a patented transformation mechanism that allows the device to shift effortlessly between four configurations: seat, cart, stroller, and stackable unit. This multifunctional design maximizes utility while reducing the footprint of equipment within terminals.

Beyond its physical adaptability, the system is conceived as an intelligent extension of airport infrastructure. The design allows integration with digital and operational systems through wireless charging capability, QR connectivity, and optional geolocation and data analytics. These features enable operators to monitor usage patterns, optimize fleet management, and develop new passenger services.

The product is engineered for durability and operational efficiency, incorporating compact nesting for storage, robust materials suited for intensive use, and easy maintenance—ensuring reliability in high-traffic environments.

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Place
Airports and Mobility Hubs
Year
2018
Status
In Progress
Architect
1PAX
Service
Innovation & Research
Team Members
Wendy Florian
Team Member
Yennifer Cordero
Team Member
Mabel Miranda
Project Leader
Diego Ampuero
Team Member
Deysi Nuñez
Team Member
Christos Panagos
Aodren Antien
Team Member
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