PROVIDING KNOWLEDGE-BASED ANDINTEGRATED SERVICES FOR MOBILITYIMPAIRED USERS: THE ASK-IT PROJECT

摘要

Older and disabled people possess a variety of functional limitations, from differenttypes of physical impairments to restricted activity opportunities. ICT systems,particularly those that allow access to the Internet and mobile-based services, shouldadhere to 'design for all' objectives and should provide appropriate content, in orderto avoid further social exclusion. ASK-IT uses ambient intelligence technology toprovide personalised, self-configurable, intuitive and context-related applications andservices for older and disabled people in various environments, including home, work,leisure and transport. It also facilitates knowledge and content organisation andprocessing, aiming to provide personalised service delivery to people, whatever theirrequirements.