assistive computer interface for reading and composing email james stephenson brian fransioli mike...
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Assistive Computer Interface for Reading and Composing Email
James Stephenson
Brian Fransioli
Mike Lehrer
Russell Martin
Phil Gadomski
Presented at Roswell Nursing Home and
Rehabilitation Center
December 4, 2009
Project Overview
• Design and implement a system using a joystick and foot pedal to read and compose emails
• Custom designed for Ron Fowler’s specific needs and capabilities
• Working prototype developed and delivered
• Final cost for project was $150.50
Final Foot Pedal Design
• Horizontal and vertical navigation
• Scrolling through menus
• Box enclosure to stabilize feet
HorizontalMovement
Vertical Movement
Final Joystick Design
• Menu Button Selection
• Plexiglass overlay for easier selection
• Rubber padding to soften edges
Conclusions/Observations
• E-Mail client complete
• Ron is showing improvement
• Further practice necessary to realize potential
Final Cost Breakdown
Part Price per Unit
# of Units Cost
Foot Pedal $80 1 $80
Joystick $20 2 $40
USB Keyboard $30 1 $30
Mount Material $.50 1 $.50
Total $150.50
Future Work/Possibilities
• Optimize Predictive Text
• Allow Email Organization
• Elimination of Joystick