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A review of smart homes- present state and future challenges
Marie Chan1, Daniel Estève, Christophe Escriba
1LAAS-CNRS, 7, avenue du Colonel Roche, F-31077 Toulouse, France. chan@laas.fr
Computer Methods and Programs in Biomedicine
|March 28, 2008
Summary
Smart homes utilize intelligent devices and sensors for continuous monitoring, offering mobility assistance and disease prevention for the elderly and disabled. These advanced systems enhance well-being and combat social isolation without disrupting daily life.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Assistive Technology
- Ubiquitous Computing
Background:
- Information technology enables intelligent devices for monitoring the elderly and disabled.
- Sensors in homes provide continuous mobility assistance and non-obtrusive disease prevention.
- Smart homes address social isolation and enhance well-being for individuals with reduced physical functions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a selection of international smart home projects.
- To discuss associated technologies like wearable/implantable monitoring systems and assistive robotics.
- To explore future challenges in the smart home domain for enhanced living.
Main Methods:
- Review of international smart home projects.
- Analysis of wearable/implantable monitoring systems.
- Examination of assistive robotics integrated into smart home environments.
Main Results:
- Smart homes offer non-intrusive assistance, improving comfort and well-being.
- Integrated technologies support mobility and disease prevention.
- Assistive robotics function as key components within smart home ecosystems.
Conclusions:
- Smart home technology significantly benefits the elderly and disabled by enhancing independence and quality of life.
- The integration of monitoring systems and robotics is crucial for comprehensive smart home solutions.
- Addressing future challenges will further optimize smart home applications for societal well-being.
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