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Speech-driven environmental control systems--a qualitative analysis of users' perceptions.

Simon Judge1, Zoë Robertson, Mark Hawley

  • 1Barnsley Assistive Technology Team, Barnsley Hospital, Barnsley, South Yorkshire.

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Users find speech-driven environmental control systems (SPECS) increase independence, but reliability concerns influence their use, especially for critical functions. Backup systems are often preferred for safety.

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Published on: May 14, 2019

Area of Science:

  • Assistive Technology
  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Rehabilitation Engineering

Background:

  • Speech-driven environmental control systems (SPECS) offer potential for increased user independence.
  • Developing new SPECS requires understanding current user experiences and perceptions.
  • Existing evidence on SPECS use needs expansion to inform design.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore user experiences and perceptions of current SPECS.
  • To identify key design specifications for a new SPECS from a user perspective.
  • To contribute to the evidence base for SPECS utilization.

Main Methods:

  • Semi-structured interviews with 12 SPECS users across the UK.
  • Qualitative analysis of transcribed interviews using framework analysis.

Main Results:

  • System reliability is the primary factor influencing SPECS adoption and satisfaction.
  • Unreliability was acceptable for non-critical tasks but problematic for safety-critical functions.
  • Users reported benefits including enhanced access, quicker operation, aesthetics, and increased independence.
  • Switch-operated systems were often used as a backup due to reliability concerns.

Conclusions:

  • Speech is generally perceived as a valuable method for operating environmental controls.
  • User perceptions of reliability significantly impact the adoption of SPECS and the need for backup systems.
  • User feedback is crucial for designing effective and reliable future SPECS.