Ramirez A. Assistive Technologies Trends 2023

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This book covers a wide range of subject areas, including assisted living, social robots, augmentative and alternative communication, connectivity, artificial intelligence, and robot design. This valuable volume is essential for researchers, practitioners, and anyone interested in developments in assistive technology. It explores trends and innovations in the field, demonstrating how assistive technology is enhancing the lives of people with disabilities or reduced mobility, and the elderly. Each chapter is authored by experts in their respective fields and offers readers theoretical and applied scientific papers that can serve as original research or review papers. The book is a comprehensive overview of the latest research and advancements in assistive technology, making it an essential addition to any library for both seasoned researchers and those just starting to explore the field.
Trends in Assistive Technology
Service Robots in Healthcare Settings
Understanding the Assistive Potential of Consumer Technologies: A Case Example of Smartphones, Smart Speakers, and Internet of Things Technologies
Vocational Rehabilitation, Information, Communication Technology, and Assistive Technology Devices for Employment
Assistive Technology Ecosystem for Effective Self-Care – Application to Alzheimer’s and Related Dementia