Projects in 2014
Our goal was to build Larry a communication system that lets him communicate more effectively without the help of a support staff member.
Our goal was to build a system that allows the user to express approximately 1.25 words per minute, which is twice as fast as the current best approach, partner-assisted scanning.
Our goal was to help memory-impaired individuals, such as early stage Alzheimer's patients, by identifying people they come in contact with, identifying objects, and displaying step-by-step…
Our goal is to develop a design for iPad covers to make it easier for children for developmental delays to learn using tablets.
Create a system to better organize and structure the existing system for passing medications. The solution must prevent nurses from finding ways to avoid using it…
Our goal is to create a wearable glove with the ability to absorb the full spectra of tactile information that the human hand senses, and then transfer that information wirelessly to a glove that replicates…
The Help Get Me There application will identify a user’s location with RFID tags located at both ends of crosswalks communicating with an RFID reader and Bluetooth transmitter located on the user.
The system will allow caretakers to monitor the use of different devices and appliances as well as control access to them based off of the presence of responsible household members thus…
Our goal was to design a device that can track a patient’s sleep cycle based on movement. Using an accelerometer feeding into a microcontroller, an algorithm analyzes the accelerometer data…
This project aims to solve one of the many struggles in the life of someone without arms. This hair washing system will enable any individual who is unable to wash their hair without help to easily…
Our goal was to design and build a robotic system that allows Tim to feed himself. The system consists of a robotic feeding arm, food bowls and a water bottle, eye-tracking, and a custom GUI.
Designed a communication button modeled after the Staples Easy button. The device—allows him to effectively communicate with his caretakers.