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Healthy Aging In Place: An Integrated Smart Home Using Alexa-Compatible Technology, Tyler Kryst
Healthy Aging In Place: An Integrated Smart Home Using Alexa-Compatible Technology, Tyler Kryst
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The purpose of this research was to address current healthcare concerns among the aging population. Around the globe, the average life expectancy is projected to continue increasing resulting in a higher prevalence of age-related disease. With the ever-increasing capabilities of modern technology, it is necessary to apply this technology to increase the health and safety of older adults. This work had three objectives. The first objective was the establishment of an integrated smart home aimed at creating a healthy aging-in-place environment through the use of Alexa. The second objective was the development and integration of a completely custom health device …