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The study of human-computer interaction can be viewed as aiming to ensure that users can efficiently and effectively access the functions that technology enables. The focus of this chapter is to describe the exploration this objective for a specific class of technology designed to support users with severe disabilities. The assistive technology of interest provides key functionalities that are central to the quality of life of its users — such as, providing independent access to: speech synthesis facilities for users with vocal impairment or motorised wheelchair control for mobility. In contrast to a considerable amount of work focused upon supporting users with disabilities, the assistive technology interaction of interest here represents a dedicated system for dedicated usage. Hence, we are working in a context where the solution provided to the user is what they have to live with on a daily basis, and thus effective and efficient interaction are strongly linked to the quality of life of the end user.
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Roast, C., O’Neill, P., Hawley, M. (2002). Improved Assistive Technology Prescription via Usage Log Analysis. In: Keates, S., Langdon, P., Clarkson, P.J., Robinson, P. (eds) Universal Access and Assistive Technology. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4471-3719-1_23
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