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Electrical and Computer Engineering

Florida International University

2000

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A Practical Emg-Based Human-Computer Interface For Users With Motor Disabilities, Armando Barreto, Scott Scargle, Malek Adjouadi Jan 2000

A Practical Emg-Based Human-Computer Interface For Users With Motor Disabilities, Armando Barreto, Scott Scargle, Malek Adjouadi

Electrical and Computer Engineering Faculty Publications

In line with the mission of the Assistive Technology Act of 1998 (ATA), this study proposes an integrated assistive real-time system which "affirms that technology is a valuable tool that can be used to improve the lives of people with disabilities ." An assistive technology device is defined by the ATA as "any item, piece of equipment, or product system, whether acquired commercially, modified, or customized, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities ." The purpose of this study is to design and develop an alternate input device that can be used …