One of the big problems visually impaired persons experience in their daily lives, is the inability to see non-verbal cues of conversation partners. In this study, a wearable assistive technology is presented and evaluated which supports visually impaired persons with the recognition of facial expressions …

Wearables enDatamining: de grenzen en mogelijkheden voor personalisatie van de zorg.De presentatie is verzorgd tijdens de workshop "Wearables en Datamining" gedurende het congres Supporting Health by Technology VII, Euroborg, Groningen op 27 mei 2016. De inzet van sensor technologie (zogeheten “wearable …

In this paper, we present the rationale and approach for establishing guidelines for the development of accessible wearables. Wearable technology is increasingly integrated in our everyday lives. Therefore, ensuring accessibility is pivotal to prevent a digital divide between persons who have and persons …

Smart wearable devices are integrated our everyday lives. Such wearable technology is worn on or near the body, while leaving both hands free. This enables users to receive and send information in a non-obtrusive way. Because of the ability to continuously assist and support activities, wearables could …

New health technologies are not accessible to all users due to the circumstantial or permanent disabilities some users have. Especially in healthcare, attention must be paid to accommodating all potential users or patients. With the smart use of multimodal systems and multimedia solutions, a broader …

De poster is gepresenteerd tijdens het congres Healthy Work, Good for Business, Health Hub Roden op 29 april 2016. De poster presenteert het promotietraject waarbinnen wearable technology en persuasive eCoaching worden gecombineerd om duurzame inzetbaarheid onder werknemers te bevorderen. Wearable technology …

Quantified Self for Healthy Ageing: a healthy lifestyle through technology, science and fun.Quantified Self (QS) is een beweging van ontwikkelaars en gebruikers die geïnteresseerd zijn in zelfkennis door middel van zelfmetingen. Steeds meer mensen gebruiken technologie met als doel om informatie te krijgen …

The purpose of the study was to assess the accuracy of estimates of step frequency from trunk acceleration data analyzed with commonly used algorithms and time window lengths, at a wide range of gait speeds. Twenty healthy young subjects performed an incremental treadmill protocol from 1 km/h up to …

Zelf gegenereerde gezondheidsinformatie speelt steeds vaker een rol in het zorgproces. Deze trend komt enerzijds door het gemak waarmee mensen zelf met wearables en apps data over zichzelf kunnen verzamelen. Anderzijds wordt deze trend door zorgverleners en de overheid gestimuleerd om de klinische observaties …

This paper introduces a design case that was built around the challenge to design a prototype for women that would positively influence their perception of personal safety in public spaces. The proposed design combines an individual focus with a public impact, influencing emotions through embodiment …