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Mobile Ubiquitous System Adapted to Locate Disabled and Old People Living in Rural Areas

Authors:
Raul Igual
Inmaculada Plaza
Carlos Medrano

Keywords: ubiquitous systems; location; dependent people; rural areas; smartphones

Abstract:
People who depend on others to carry out daily activities face additional issues in rural areas. The design of assistive mobile technology adapted to the specific characteristics of this environment is a promising line of work. As an example, this paper presents a ubiquitous smartphone-based system to locate dependent people living in rural areas. A preliminary prototype has already been developed, which is aimed at both dependent users and their caregivers. Additionally, a 6-month pilot test has been conducted under real-life conditions, showing positive results.

Pages: 130 to 133

Copyright: Copyright (c) IARIA, 2013

Publication date: September 29, 2013

Published in: conference

ISSN: 2308-4278

ISBN: 978-1-61208-289-9

Location: Porto, Portugal

Dates: from September 29, 2013 to October 3, 2013