William C. Mann

Smart Technology for Aging, Disability, and Independence

The State of the Science
Herausgeber: Mann, William C

• Gebundenes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

The book is a thorough introduction to the technologies promoting independence for older and disabled persons as they face age related declines and age related chronic conditions. The chapters will cover such topics as device and computer accessibility, home automation to support independence, assistive robotics, smart environments, and emerging standards in and the future of elder care, all written by experts in their respective fields.The book's chapters will be based on presentations at three conferences on aging and independence: The International Conference on Aging, Disability and Independence (ICADI); A Pre-ICADI conference, sponsored by the National Science Foundation and the European Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council A Post-ICADI conference, to be held at the International Symposium on Applications and the Internet (SAINT) conference

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Independent living with smart technologies

Smart Technology for Aging, Disability, and Independence: The State of the Science brings together current research and technological developments from engineering, computer science, and the rehabilitation sciences, detailing how its applications can promote continuing independence for older persons and those with disabilities.

Leading experts from multiple disciplines worldwide have contributed to this volume, making it the definitive resource. The text begins with a thorough introduction that presents important concepts, defines key terms, and identifies demographic trends at work. Using detailed product descriptions, photographs and illustrations, and case studies, subsequent chapters discuss cutting-edge technologies, including:
_ Wearable systems
_ Human-computer interactions
_ Assisted vision and hearing
_ Smart wheelchairs
_ Handheld devices and smart phones
_ Visual sensors
_ Home automation
_ Assistive robotics
_ In-room monitoring systems
_ Telehealth

After considering specific high-technology solutions, the text examines recent trends in other critical areas, such as basic assistive technologies, driving, transportation and community mobility, home modifications and design, and changing standards of elder care.

Students and professionals in the rehabilitation sciences, health care providers, researchers in computer science and engineering, and non-expert readers will all appreciate this text's thorough coverage and clear presentation of the state of the science.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Wiley & Sons
• 1. Auflage
• Seitenzahl: 379
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Juni 2005
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 240mm x 161mm x 26mm
• Gewicht: 670g
• ISBN-13: 9780471696940
• ISBN-10: 0471696943
• Artikelnr.: 14857368

Autorenporträt

WILLIAM C. MANN, OTR, PhD, is Professor and Chair of the Department of Occupational Therapy and Director of the Rehabilitation Science Doctoral Program at the University of Florida. His research focus is on aging and disability, with an emphasis on compensatory strategies to maintain and promote independence. Since 1991, he has served as Principal Investigator for the NIDRR-funded Rehabilitation Engineering Research Center on Aging. In the past fifteen years, Dr. Mann has authored more that 100 articles and book chapters on assistive technology, two books on assistive technology, and founded and served as editor of the journal Technology and Disability from 1990 to 2000. As an expert on aging and disability, Dr. Mann is a frequent lecturer at local, national, and international conferences and symposiums. Prior to his move to the University of Florida in 2000, Dr. Mann served as professor and chair of occupational therapy at the University of Buffalo, where he developed a curriculum in rehabilitation technology, and also established and directed the internationally recognized Center for Assistive Technology.

Inhaltsangabe

I. Introduction. II. Key Terms: Technology, Aging, Disability and
Independence. III. Demographics of Aging and Disability. IV. A Model For
Viewing Research and Development in Technology, Aging, Disability, and
Independence. V. Addressing Impairment (Motor and Movement, Vision,
Hearing, and Cognition), Pain and Fatique. VI. Personal Assistance. VII.
Consumer Perspective. UNIT I. SMART TECHNOLOGY FOR AGING, DISABIITY AND
INDEPENDENCE. Chapter 2. Home Automation and Smart Environments to Support
Independence. I. Introduction. II. The Underlying Technology of the Smart
House. III. Overview of the State of the Science in Smart Homes and Smart
Home Components and Related Issues. IV. Smart House Construction - An
Architect's Perspective. Chapter 3. Robotics. I. Introduction. II. Personal
and Assistive Robotics. III. Other Issues Related to Robotics. IV. Summary.
Chapter 4. Other Devices and High Technology Solutions. I. Smart Technology
for People with Vision Impairment. II. Smart Technology for People with
Hearing Impairment. III. Smart Technology for People with Mobility and
Movement Impairments. IV. Other Devices. UNIT II. RELATED ASPECTS OF AGING,
DISABILITY AND INDEPENDENCE. Chapter 5. Telehealth. I. Introduction. II.
State of Science: Today's Telehealth Devices. III. Caregiver Issues. IV.
Legal and Financial Issues. V. Current Limitations and the Future. Chapter
6. Basic Assistive Technology. I. Introduction. II. Low Technology Devices
and Impairment. III. Funding for Assistive Technology in Us. IV. Resources
for Assistive Technology. Chapter 7. Elder Drivers and Technology. I.
Introduction. II. Elders And Driving. III. Older Driver Interventions And
Technology. IV. Conclusion. Chapter 8. Transportation and Community
Mobility. I. Introduction. II. Public Transit and Disability. III.
Pedestrian Infrastructure - Roadway and Access Improvements. IV. Use of Low
and High Tech Mobility Devices to Increase Community Mobility. V. Summary.
Chapter 9. Home Modifications and Universal Design. I. Introduction. II.
Home Modifications. III. Universal Design. IV. Use of Low and High Tech
Mobility Devices to Increase Community Mobility. V. Summary. Chapter 10.
Injury Prevention and Health Promotion. I. Introduction. II. Falls. III.
Medication Errors. IV. Fire. V. Poisoning. VI. Nutritional Health. VII.
Conclusion.

Rezensionen

"...an in-depth overview of the current development and futuretrends on assistive technologies." ( E-STREAMS , January 2007)
"The well-organized book, which is part of two-volume series,would be a helpful resource for rehabilitation professionals,health care providers and technology researchers." ( Quest ,May-June 2006)

"...a wealth of information...delivered in a clear andunderstandable format...a valuable contribution to the field ofassistive technology." ( IEEE Engineering in Medicine and BiologyMagazine , March/April 2006)

"...a readable and current description of specific assistivetechnologies and general living environments for theelderly...clearly an important book for all computer sciencestudents and professionals to read." ( Computing Reviews.com ,December 27, 2005)

"...an essential resource for professionals in therehabilitation science, health care providers, and individualseager to learn more about what is available & what is beingdeveloped in assistive technology." ( Help s Here! Resources forSeniors and Caregivers , Fall/Winter 2005)