Robotics
Uninvited GuestsAuthor: Superflux, Jon Ardem, Alexandra Fruhstorfer, Jon Flint Published By: Vimeo Published: 2015 "Uninvited Guests is a short film that explores the frictions between an elderly man and his smart home. Thomas, aged 70, lives on his own after his wife died last year. His children send him smart devices to track and monitor his diet, health and sleep from a distance. But Thomas has always been fiercely independent, happy to live in an organised mess. He struggles with the order and rules imposed on him by the objects that are meant to make his life easier. In a world where ’smart objects’ will increasingly be used to provide care at a distance, how will we live with these uninvited guests? This film was created by Superflux Lab for the ThingTank project." For further information visit: http://www.superflux.in/work/uninvited-guests Watch at: https://vimeo.com/128873380 Category: Domestic Assistance Future Trends & Possibilies Local Perspectives Mobile Technologies Robotics Smart Homes & Environmental Controls Added by Lisa Kelly · 8 years ago |
Into The Arms of TechnologyAuthor: Sarah Bahari Published By: University of Texas Arlington Magazine Published On: Spring 2014 UT Arlington scientists are on the leading edge of assistive living research, designing smart homes and programming lifelike robots that could transform care for the elderly, disabled, and injured. Read more at: http://www.uta.edu/utamagazine/spring-2014/features/into-the-arms-of-technology.php Category: Robotics Added by Ash-Lee Hall · 9 years ago |
Wheel-I-AmAuthor: Feros Care Published By: Feros Care Published: 2016 Known as is Wheel-I-Am, is Feros Care’s latest recruit and is essentially an iPad mounted on a miniature Segway base. The concept is simple – to keep seniors socially connected by using technology so residents who are less mobile and unable to go on social outings can still be part of the fun. To view more information go to: http://www.feroscare.com.au/home-page/wheel-i-am/ Or watch the video:
Category: Communication Future Trends & Possibilies Mobility Robotics Videos Added by Ash-Lee Hall · 9 years ago |
Personal Adaptive Mobility Aid for the Infirm and Elderly BlindAuthor: Gerard Lacey, Kenneth M. Dawon-Howe, David Vernon Published By: Computer Science Dept., School of Engineering, Trinity College Dublin Published On: 2015 This technical report describes ongoing research into the development of a robotic mobility aid (PAM-AID) for people with a visually impairment who also require support during walking. These disabilities coincide most often in the elderly and as the elderly constitute almost two thirds of all blind people (due to the fact that blindness occurs most often in the over 65's).Some of the elderly blind have difficulty in using the common mobility aids such as the long cane or guide dog and consequently have little opportunity for independent exercise. PAM-AID will provide both a physical support during walking and a mobility aid thus providing an opportunity for independent activity. This report examines issues related to mobility for the blind and pays particular attention to the needs of the elderly or frail. Category: Mobility Robotics Added by Ash-Lee Hall · 9 years ago |
Recent trends in assistive technology for mobilityLoss of physical mobility makes maximal participation in desired activities more difficult and in the worst case fully prevents participation. This paper surveys recent work in assistive technology to improve mobility for persons with a disability, drawing on examples observed during a tour of academic and industrial research sites in Europe. The underlying theme of this recent work is a more seamless integration of the capabilities of the user and the assistive technology. This improved integration spans diverse technologies, including powered wheelchairs,prosthetic limbs, functional electrical stimulation, and wearable exoskeletons. Improved integration is being accomplished in three ways: 1) improving the assistive technology mechanics; 2) improving the user-technology physical interface; and 3) sharing of control between the user and the technology. We provide an overview of these improvements in user-technology integration and discuss whether such improvements have the potential to be transformative for people with mobility impairments. Category: Mobility Robotics Added by Ash-Lee Hall · 9 years ago |
Smart Wheelchairs: A literature ReviewAuthor: Richard Simpson Published By: Journal of Research and Development Published On: August 2005 Several studies have shown that both children and adults benefit substantially from access to a means of independent mobility. While the needs of many individuals with disabilities can be satisfied with traditional manual or powered wheelchairs, a segment of the disabled community finds it difficult or impossible to use wheelchairs independently. To accommodate this population, researchers have used technologies originally developed for mobile robots to create 'smart wheelchairs'. Smart wheelchairs have been the subject of research since the 1980s and have been developed on four continents. This article presents a summary of the current state of the art and directions for future research. Category: Mobility Research Robotics Transport Added by Ash-Lee Hall · 9 years ago |
Influencing Factors in the Design of Smart Homes for Persons with DisabilitiesUTARI collaborated with H-E-B and Operation Finally Home to provide technology and research integration of automated and robotic devices in home settings. In 2014, we supported the development of two (2) Smart Homes to benefit wounded warriors. Read more about the HEB Project here. https://youtu.be/LHLK62FL-VQ This video features Mike McNair Mike McNair is the Automation and Intelligent Systems Director at The University of Texas at Arlington Research Institute (UTARI). He joined the Research Institute in October 2013 initially overseeing the research in Unmanned Systems and Assistive Technologies; his responsibilities were later expanded to include oversight in Advanced Manufacturing and Sensor Development. McNair received a Bachelor’s degree in Physics from Texas A&M University in 1982. He later received a Master’s degree in Systems Engineering from The George Washington University in 2013. He also holds an active membership with the Program Management Institute (PMI) with a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. His direct unmanned systems experience includes the dual roles of Chief Architect and Chief Software Engineer on a large UGV and UAV System of Systems effort from the U.S. Army. Included in his background is engineering and project leadership across multiple engineering and application domains. McNair has authored or coauthored multiple journal and conference publications, is a current member of the SAE AS-4 (JAUS) standards group and has presented at several industry conferences and symposiums. Category: Connected Health Mobile Technologies Robotics Smart Homes & Environmental Controls Videos Added by Elizabeth Dodd · 9 years ago |
Matching technologies of home automation, robotics, assistance, geriatric telecare and telemedicine
Authors: Francesco Franshimon, PhD and Michiel Brink, MSc Published by: Journal of Gerontechnology Year of publication: 2009 The aging society could have a greater societal impact than the current financial crisis. The percentage of older adults has increased while the size of the health care workforce has remained constant. Home automation, robotics, assistive technology, geriatric telecare and telemedicine can support independence in older adults and diminish the health care burden. Currently, delivering services through these technologies is accomplished mainly through stand-alone systems. Multiple stand-alone systems in one dwelling become a multidisciplinary technological challenge of risks and benefits. Ideally, only those technology mediated services requested at a particular moment should be provided. This calls for a reduction in the barriers between healthcare and technology disciplines and an intelligent network using software agents supporting optimal integration and interoperability to increase the quality of life of older adults and decrease the healthcare burden in our aging society. Category: Communication Connected Health Robotics Smart Homes & Environmental Controls Added by Ash-Lee Hall · 9 years ago |
Impact analysis of Smart Assistive Technologies for people with DementiaAuthors: Trudy
Yuginovich, Jeffrey Soar and Ying Su Faculty
of Business & Law, University of Southern Queensland Institute
of Scientific and Technical Information of China Year of
Publication: 2012 Aims: To trial the use of a range of available Smart
Assistive Technologies for people with dementia and their families. Summary: The disability support and aged care sectors have not to date taken full advantage of assistive and other relevant technologies; there is a massive unmet need for greater support and a significant level of issues that are not addressed. There are a range of potential benefits of Smart Assistive Technologies for people with dementia, their families and carers. This small study confirmed some of these whilst confirmation of other potential benefits will require more research.
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