Literature Reviews
Reviewed research papers, articles, and publications relevant to digital accessibility.
49 results found tagged alternative input.
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Neck Range of Motion and Use of Computer Head Controls
This study from the University of Pittsburgh investigates the relationship between neck range of motion and performance when using computer head controls — devices that translate head movements into cursor movements on screen. The research involved 1…
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SUITEKeys: A Speech Understanding Interface for the Motor-Control Challenged
This paper from the University of Southwestern Louisiana presents SUITEKeys, a continuous speech understanding interface that provides complete computer access to users with motor-control impairments by modelling all interaction at the physical keybo…
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Towards an EOG-Based Eye Tracker for Computer Control
This paper describes the development of an eye tracking system for computer control based on bio-electrical signals, intended as a pointing device for people with physical disabilities. The system combines two complementary biosignal approaches: the …
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Head Pointing and Speech Control as a Hands-Free Interface to Desktop Computing
This paper presents a hands-free computer interface that combines head pointing with speech control to enable users who cannot use a mouse and keyboard to operate standard WIMP-style graphical user interfaces. Developed at the Fraunhofer Institute in…
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The Keybowl: An Ergonomically Designed Document Processing Device
This paper from the University of Central Florida presents the Keybowl, a novel alphanumeric input device designed as an ergonomic alternative to the standard QWERTY keyboard for users with upper extremity disabilities and for preventing carpal tunne…
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Multimodal Input for Computer Access and Augmentative Communication
This paper from the University of Delaware describes a research project exploring the integration of speech recognition with head-pointing as a multimodal input method for people with physical disabilities who cannot use standard keyboards and mice. …
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Head-Guided Wheelchair Control System
This student research paper presents a system that allows individuals without hand use to control a motorized wheelchair through simple head movements. The author identifies that existing alternative wheelchair control methods — such as sip-and-puff …
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Humsher: A Predictive Keyboard Operated by Humming
This paper presents Humsher, a novel text entry system controlled entirely by humming — short melodic and rhythmic vocal gestures distinguished by pitch (high/low) and duration (short/long). The system targets people with severe upper-limb motor impa…
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The PhonicStick: A Joystick to Generate Novel Words Using Phonics
This short paper introduces the PhonicStick, a novel joystick-based device that enables non-speaking children to explore letter sounds (phonics) and blend them into words. The motivation stems from a key limitation of existing Voice Output Communicat…
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Face Tracking User Interfaces Using Vision-Based Consumer Devices
This short paper investigates the design and implementation of face tracking user interfaces built with consumer-grade vision and depth-sensing devices, specifically the Microsoft Kinect. The research addresses the needs of users who cannot effective…