Assistive technologies for the disabled and for the new generation of senior citizens: The e-Tools architecture

TitleAssistive technologies for the disabled and for the new generation of senior citizens: The e-Tools architecture
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2003
AuthorsCortés, U, Annicchiarico, R, Vázquez-Salceda, J, Urdiales, C, Cañamero, L, López, M, Sànchez-Marrè, M, Caltagirone, C
JournalAI Communications
Volume16
Issue3
Pagination193–207
PublisherIOS Press
Place PublishedAmsterdam, The Netherlands
ISSN Number0921-7126
Abstract

In this paper we present our exploratory ideas about the integration of agent technology with other technologies to build specific e-tools for the disabled and for the new generation of senior citizens. "e-Tools" stands for Embedded Tools, as we aim to embed intelligent assistive devices in homes and other facilities, creating ambient intelligence environments to give support to patients and caregivers. In particular, we aim to explore the benefits of the concept of situated intelligence to build artefacts that will enhance the autonomy of the target user group in their daily life.

URLhttp://content.iospress.com/articles/ai-communications/aic288