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Design: a voice activated thermostat.

S Jacobson1

  • 1Department of Electrical Engineering, N.D.S.U, Fargo 58105.

Biomedical Sciences Instrumentation
|January 1, 1992
PubMed
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This study introduces a voice-activated thermostat, simplifying temperature control for individuals, including those with quadriplegia. The device uses a pre-programmed voice recognizer chip for hands-free operation.

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Area of Science:

  • Engineering
  • Assistive Technology

Background:

  • Traditional thermostats require manual interaction, posing challenges for individuals with limited mobility.
  • Developing accessible home automation solutions is crucial for enhancing independence.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To design and implement a voice-activated thermostat for hands-free temperature adjustment.
  • To provide an accessible environmental control solution for individuals with disabilities, such as quadriplegia.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized the VCP200 speaker-independent word recognizer chip for voice command processing.
  • Integrated the chip with a digital thermostat, enabling temperature changes via voice activation.
  • Employed pre-programmed vocabulary to simplify the system setup and eliminate custom word programming.

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Main Results:

  • The voice-activated thermostat successfully allowed users to change room temperature without physical contact.
  • Each activation word utterance resulted in a one-degree adjustment of the thermostat setting.
  • The system demonstrated a straightforward implementation using a readily available voice recognition chip.

Conclusions:

  • A voice-activated thermostat offers a practical and accessible method for temperature regulation.
  • This technology can significantly improve the quality of life and autonomy for individuals with mobility impairments.
  • The use of pre-programmed voice recognition chips provides a simple and effective approach to developing assistive devices.