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Disability and Rehabilitation. Assistive Technology
|June 16, 2018
Summary
The Ease n Access app empowers persons with disabilities (PwD) by providing wheelchair accessibility information and SOS features. This technology promotes independent living and aids government efforts to improve accessibility infrastructure.
Area of Science:
- Digital Health and Assistive Technology
- Rehabilitation Engineering
- Human-Computer Interaction
Background:
- Over 1 billion people globally and 26 million in India live with disabilities, necessitating improved accessibility as per UN conventions.
- Existing rehabilitation practices in higher-income countries focus on training and environmental adaptations, but gaps remain in practical, everyday accessibility.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop the Ease n Access (EnA) Android application to empower persons with disabilities (PwD) with wheelchair accessibility information.
- To provide PwD with communication tools and SOS features, including location sharing, to enhance their independence and safety.
- To bridge the gap between rehabilitation services and practical accessibility needs through technological solutions.
Main Methods:
- Conducted a survey of 25 frequently visited locations in New Delhi, assessing 12 accessibility parameters.
- Compared survey data with the Government of India's assessment of 100 important national buildings.
- Utilized crowd-sourced data and explored sensor technology (like in ARCCS and Street Rehab initiatives) for real-time accessibility mapping.
Main Results:
- Generated statistical analysis and actionable recommendations for the Government of India to improve accessibility.
- Identified specific areas requiring enhancement in public spaces for better wheelchair accessibility.
- Demonstrated the potential of mobile technology to collect and disseminate crucial accessibility data.
Conclusions:
- The Ease n Access app significantly enhances mobility, independence, and socio-economic participation for millions of PwD.
- EnA provides valuable data to governments for identifying and rectifying accessibility lacunae, facilitating information flow to PwD.
- EnA serves as a synergistic platform for community-based rehabilitation, integrating user experiences with policy implementation for widespread accessibility improvements.