Wayfinding Technology by Sean Mullen

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Wayfinding Technology

Published on Nov 18, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

Wayfinding Technology

& Assistive Devices for Promoting Healthy Behavior

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What is wayfinding?

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WFT Types & Services

GPS, Beacons, RFID, Infra-red, Maps, Apps, VR
Assistive Services Technology
Purposes: communication, feedback, orientation, tracking

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Chang et al

WFT Type: RFIDs

Take-home messages

WFT may enhance mobility among special populations
"Technical Difficulties" could lead to serious safety issues, fatality
Low-tech may be > high-tech for certain populations
WFT is not ubiquitous and lifestyle integration is necessary

Sean Mullen