1. Emerging and Developing Assistive Technology Jimmy Brown, Coordinator Jerry Wheatley, Information Specialist KATS Network 06/14/2016 1

2. Emerging and Developing Assistive Technology Our Goals for today: Learn about new and innovative assistive technology currently on the market Learn about latest developments in assistive technology Learn how “mainstream” technology can be used as assistive technology 2 (800) 327-5287

3. What is Assistive Technology? The Assistive Technology Act defines Assistive Technology as both Devices and Services 3 (800) 327-5287

4. Changing Dynamic of Technology Technology has changed the way we interact, communicate and go about our daily lives. 4 (800) 327-5287

5. A mere 20 years ago… Landline phones attached to the wall with cords Newspapers and TV to rely on information (morning paper, evening news) 5 (800) 327-5287

6. Today we live in a “connected” world We are connected 24/7 Technology (software) can be updated instantly through the cloud Feature sets can evolve as the technology becomes more widely adopted 6 (800) 327-5287

7. Telerehabilitation/ Telepresence 7 (800) 327-5287

8. Telerehabilitation/ Telepresence 8 (800) 327-5287 Telerehabilitation - The delivery of rehabilitation services over telecommunication networks and the internet Telepresence- a set of technologies which allow a person to feel as if they were present, to give the appearance of being present, or to have an effect, via telerobotics, at a place other than their true location

9. Telerehabilitation/ Telepresence 9 (800) 327-5287 Speech Therapy Physical Therapy Occupational Therapy Distance Education

10. TelepresenceRobots.com 10 (800) 327-5287 PadBot Teleporter VGo Double2

11. Double Robotics Telepresence Robot – Double Robotics Allows homebound students to join the classroom (remote learning). Direct engagement between student and teacher Face to face interaction enhances learning experience 11 (800) 327-5287

12. Double Robotics Telepresence Robot https://youtu.be/lG5l_aQAfsI 12 (800) 327-5287

13. Double Robotics Telepresence Robot Live Demo 13 (800) 327-5287

14. What’s new with APH? 14 (800) 327-5287 Larry Skutchan, Director of Technology Product Research Heather MacKenzie, Technology Product Research, Program Manager

15. The Connected World Computer not required Being connected can help protect your family Can allow a senior to remain independent longer. 15 (800) 327-5287

16. Independent Living – Did you know 60% of kitchen fires start from unattended cooking? – Incidents of unattended cooking increases with age (60+). – Seniors are living longer in their homes. 16 (800) 327-5287

17. Independent Living – iGuardStove Auto shut off to stove Prevent fire from unattended/forgotten cooking Wi-fi enabled Works with both gas and electric stoves 17 (800) 327-5287

18. Independent Living https://youtu.be/pNZRHXvFXRM 18 (800) 327-5287

19. Pantelligent – Chip and sensor in handle monitors and controls cooking process through smartphone app. https://youtu.be/k2ZVfqVQ VCo https://youtu.be/k2ZVfqVQ VCo 19 (800) 327-5287

20. Independent Living – Ring Video Doorbell Speak and Hear visitors at your door from anywhere Night Vision Motion Detection Wi-fi enabled Records Video 20 (800) 327-5287

21. Independent Living – www.ring.com www.ring.com – Video Capture Demonstration 21 (800) 327-5287

22. Amazon Echo/ Environmental Control Environmental Control 22 (800) 327-5287

23. Amazon Echo Amazon Echo Touch – Hands-free, voice controlled – Cloud connected – Always on – Control other “smart products” Lights, temperature, etc. 23 (800) 327-5287

24. Equine Simulator Therapy – REST by Gait Replicates slow walking gait of a horse Promotes relaxation, tranquility and calmness Relief from anxiety and stress for autism, PTSD, ADHD, etc. 24 (800) 327-5287

25. REST by Gait 25 (800) 327-5287 Live Demo

26. Mobility – Existing Manual Standing Wheelchairs Allow user to transfer the chair from seated to standing position Relieve pressure, change position, etc. Lack of mobility in standing position 26 (800) 327-5287

27. Developing Tech – Manual – Stand Up Wheel Chair Developed by Minneapolis VA hospital Push rim moves up to be accessed in standing position much like it is in a seated position allowing the individual mobility while in a standing position 27 (800) 327-5287

28. Developing Tech – Manual – Stand Up Wheel Chair Mobile in both seated and standing position Easy transition from seated to standing position Increased independence and quality of life 28 (800) 327-5287

29. Manual Standing Wheelchair https://youtu.be/hFH-RYZ2WWY http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/va- doctor-engineers-improved-standing- wheelchair/ 29 (800) 327-5287

30. The Go – 3D printed seat designed to users exact proportions and contours 30 (800) 327-5287

31. The Go – http://www.reuters.co m/video/2016/05/25/ 3d-printed-wheelchair- tailor-made-for- th?videoId=36864340 7 http://www.reuters.co m/video/2016/05/25/ 3d-printed-wheelchair- tailor-made-for- th?videoId=36864340 7 31 (800) 327-5287

32. What about Scuba Diving? 32 (800) 327-5287

33. What about Scuba Diving? 33 (800) 327-5287 https://youtu.be/6IIBTTXEt7M

34. Mobility – Project BLAID Wearable Mobility Device “fill in the blanks” left by canes, dog guides, and GPS Detects surrounding objects Identify restrooms, stairs elevators, doors, exit signs, logos, etc. Future integrations include mapping, facial recognition, etc. 34 (800) 327-5287

35. Mobility – BuzzClip Wearable Mobility Device Detects objects through Ultrasound Notifies user through vibration Alerts of Upper Body or Head Level obstacles 35 (800) 327-5287

36. Mobility BuzzClip https://youtu.be/8aZEC k_uAh0 36 (800) 327-5287

37. Communication – ASL Glove Converts ASL sign language to speech Sensors on the glove send signals to a database of gestures https://youtu.be/l01sdzJHC CM https://youtu.be/l01sdzJHC CM 37 (800) 327-5287

38. Communication – Speech Vive Revives speech and communication for individuals with Parkinsons https://youtu.be/GHTJcvAD Rak https://youtu.be/GHTJcvAD Rak 38 (800) 327-5287

39. Graphene Wristband – Senses your blood sugar – and treats it. https://youtu.be/k2ZVfqVQ VCo https://youtu.be/k2ZVfqVQ VCo 39 (800) 327-5287

40. Resources & Information 40 (800) 327-5287

41. GARI Global Accessibility Reporting Initiative – www.gari.infowww.gari.info 41 (800) 327-5287

42. FCC Accessibility Clearing House 42 (800) 327-5287

43. New certification for AT specialists working with individuals with Vision Impiarments – Certified Assistive Technology Instructional Specialist for People with Visual Impairments (CATIS) Specifically trained to work with individuals who are blind, visually impaired or have functional visual limitations Put cert criteria here Put registration/test fees here Website here 43 (800) 327-5287

44. Assistive Technology Radio – 24/7 updates on the latest in the world of Assistive Technology. – Indiana’s Assistive Technology Act Program – http://www.eastersealstech. com/on-air/assistive- technology-radio-listen- now/ http://www.eastersealstech. com/on-air/assistive- technology-radio-listen- now/ 44 (800) 327-5287

45. Bridgingapps.org – Listing of iOS apps, reviews and prices. – Users can interact with one another through comments and responses – http://bridgingapps.org/ http://bridgingapps.org/ 45 (800) 327-5287

46. Where do we go from here?... 46 (800) 327-5287 Universal Design  “Mainstream” AT 3-D Printing Telepresence Brain controlled interface

47. Questions? 47 (800) 327-5287

48. Thank You! KATS Network (800) 327-5287 www.katsnet.org www.katsnet.at4all.com 48 (800) 327-5287