This study presents the development and evaluation of a vocal cord vibration switch as a communication access pathway. The switch uses vocal cord vibrations as an input to activate a switch, which produced an output in a computer, communication device, or environmental control.
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Inter-Oral Touchpad (York University)
The inter-oral touchpad is a novel device intended for use by quadriplegics, ALS sufferers, and other individual with severe spinal injuries or severe communication issues. The device is a small latex covered touchpad which is inserted into the human mouth to permit the tongue to manipulate the CPU cursor and gain a new means of […]
USB Interface Technology for Individuals with Limited Upper Limb Mobility
Heather Anderson, Isidro Magaña, Ashley Thibodeaux, Zachary Wells (Louisiana Tech University) propose to replace the physical element of USB connections with magnetic force over copper leads housed in an ABS casing. This will allow for consumers to easily connect and disconnect USB devices without fine motor skills.
Handwriting Analysis Software
A software tool has been developed that can be used to analyze handwriting data for research related to conditions such as Huntington disease, Parkinson’s disease and Development Coordination Disorders in children.
On-Task Timer
Jakub Dmochowski, Michael Millard, Sergio Olivas, Bradley Brown (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill) created an electronic scheduling tool for an employee with autism to assist in transitioning tasks.
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This work was done by Jui-Te Lin (University of Pittsburgh, Dept. of Rehabilitation Science and Technology). This design provided a friendly platform to improve the efficiency of exchanging assistive devices.