Abstract
Technology in the home environment has the potential to support older adults in a variety of ways. We took an interdisciplinary approach (human factors/ergonomics and computer science) to develop a technology "coach" that could support older adults in learning to use a medical device. Our system provided a computer vision system to track the use of a blood glucose meter and provide users with feedback if they made an error. This research could support the development of an in-home personal assistant to coach individuals in a variety of tasks necessary for independent living.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 17-23 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Ergonomics in Design |
Volume | 15 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2007 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Home technology
- Medical devices
- Support for learning
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Human Factors and Ergonomics
- General Engineering