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The Engineering Handbook of Smart Technology for Aging, Disability, and Independence

Name: The Engineering Handbook of Smart Technology for Aging, Disability, and Independence
ISBN: 9780470379356

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The Engineering Handbook of Smart Technology for Aging, Disability, and Independence

About this book

An advanced look at smart technology to promote the independence of the elderly and disabled

Ongoing research and advancements in technology are essential for the continuing independence of elderly and disabled persons. The Engineering Handbook of Smart Technology for Aging, Disability, and Independence provides a thorough analysis of these technologies and the needs of the elderly and disabled, including a breakdown of demographics, government spending, growth rate, and much more.

Each chapter is written by an expert in his or her respective field, and gives readers unparalleled insight into the research and developments in a multitude of important areas, including:

User-need analyses, classifications, and policies
Assistive devices and systems for people with motor disabilities
Assistive devices and systems for people with visual and hearing impairments
Human-machine interaction and virtual reality
Assistive robotics
Technology for user mobility and object manipulation
Smart homes as assistant environments
A discussion of emerging standards and guidelines to build accessible devices, tools, and environments

This book is an indispensable resource for researchers and professionals in computer science, rehabilitation science, and clinical engineering. It also serves as a valuable textbook for graduate students in the aforementioned fields.

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Yes, you can access The Engineering Handbook of Smart Technology for Aging, Disability, and Independence by Abdelsalam Helal, Mounir Mokhtari, Bessam Abdulrazak, Abdelsalam Helal,Mounir Mokhtari,Bessam Abdulrazak in PDF and/or ePUB format, as well as other popular books in Computer Science & Computer Science General. We have over one million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.