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R9 Smart Ergonomic Chair

Furniture

Seating Solutions and Ergonomics

Completed / Built / Company

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Architect / Designer:

Wang Daqiu, Zhou Jun

Studio:

Shanghai Motostuhl Furniture Co.,Ltd

Design Team:

Wang Daqiu, Zhou Jun

Country:

China

R9 features the revolutionary “Dynamic Bidirectional Tracking Support”, marking a fundamental leap for ergonomic chairs from static adjustment to dynamic adaptation.

Equipped with a proprietary “Forward-Leaning Drift mechanism”, this ergonomic chair provides effective support for desk work. The seat cushion glides forward and downward along a 6cm approach track, creating a “rear-high, front-low” tilt adjustable in two levels (0-5°/0-10°). This mechanism positions the user’s pelvis slightly above the knees, maintaining a torso-to-thigh angle greater than 110° to significantly reduce spinal pressure.

Featuring a patented “Variable Track Sliding System (VTS)”, the backrest dynamically conforms to the curves of the lumbar, back, shoulders, and neck from an upright posture to a 150° recline. This completely eliminates the “suspended lower back” issue common during recline, providing continuous, uninterrupted support.

Breaking traditional structural limitations, R9 integrates an intelligent sensing and response system. A built-in chip drives a precise matrix of 11 independent airbags, monitoring body pressure distribution in real time. AI posture learning algorithms automatically recognize different postures—such as working, thinking, or relaxing—and dynamically adjust airbag pressure and frequency across various zones, delivering precise support from the cervical spine to the sacrum and timely strain-relieving massage.

The seamless one-piece backrest combines an elegant S-curve with minimalist aesthetics, housing two precision-engineered adjustment mechanisms: The top-mounted headrest allows for height adjustment to precisely support the head and neck, while the main backrest body enables stepless linear height adjustment to accommodate users of different statures. The backrest integrates a kinetic surface of 16 modular square units that adapt in real time to the user’s posture and movement.

R9 embodies a sustainable design philosophy throughout its entire lifecycle. The mesh is seamlessly woven from recycled PET yarn using eco-friendly processes that eliminate glue and cutting waste. The frame is constructed from fully recyclable high-performance materials, establishing a complete closed-loop system from production to recycling. More than a mere chair, R9 is an intelligent health companion attuned to the rhythm of work, dedicated to providing a comprehensive, healthy seating solution for desk workers worldwide.

Shanghai Motostuhl Furniture Co.,Ltd

Shanghai Motostuhl Furniture Co., Ltd., founded in 2018 and headquartered in Shanghai, is an innovative enterprise that promotes healthy lifestyles through advanced technologies. With full-chain independent R&D, the company holds 400+ proprietary patents and has received 40+ prestigious awards, including the German Red Dot Design Award.

Upholding the philosophy of “integrating aesthetics, science, and intelligence”, Motostuhl pursues stylish aesthetics while delving into ergonomic structural science and healthy sitting postures. It is a pioneer in integrating AI technology into seating products.

With exceptional innovation capabilities, Motostuhl has contributed to the formulation of several industry standards. Its products have been successfully sold to over 80 countries worldwide, providing office solutions to numerous Fortune 500 companies.

We are committed to redefining the tech-driven office experience, delivering solutions that balance comfortable support with smart interactio