1 - Preface [Seite 6]
2 - Contents [Seite 8]
3 - Models and Algorithms [Seite 13]
4 - A Personalised Virtual Coach to Counteract Ageing Decline: The H2020 NESTORE Project [Seite 14]
4.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 15]
4.2 - 2 The Wellbeing Dimensions of NESTORE [Seite 16]
4.3 - 3 Scope of NESTORE and Key Innovations [Seite 17]
4.4 - 4 The NESTORE Methodological Approach and Validation [Seite 18]
4.5 - 5 Cost-Effectiveness and Sustainability of NESTORE [Seite 20]
4.6 - 6 Conclusions [Seite 21]
4.7 - References [Seite 22]
5 - Multi-domain Model of Healthy Ageing: The Experience of the H2020 NESTORE Project [Seite 23]
5.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 24]
5.2 - 2 NESTORE Model of Healthy Ageing [Seite 24]
5.3 - 3 Physiological Status and Physical Activity Behaviour [Seite 25]
5.4 - 4 Nutrition [Seite 27]
5.5 - 5 Cognitive and Mental Status and Social Behaviour [Seite 27]
5.6 - 6 NESTORE Healthy Ageing Model Outcomes [Seite 29]
5.7 - 7 Conclusions [Seite 30]
5.8 - References [Seite 30]
6 - New Models in Managing Out-of-Hospital Care of Chronic Patients and Aging Population [Seite 32]
6.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 32]
6.2 - 2 Integrated Out-of-Hospital Care Solutions [Seite 33]
6.2.1 - 2.1 The Birth of the AICare Idea and the First Applications [Seite 34]
6.2.2 - 2.2 Pilot Study Population [Seite 35]
6.3 - 3 Aicare Marketplace: Improved Accessibility Putting the Patient at the Center of Care [Seite 35]
6.3.1 - 3.1 The AICare Model [Seite 36]
6.3.2 - 3.2 The AICare Platform in Brief [Seite 37]
6.4 - 4 Involvement of Non-medical Professionals in the Care Program [Seite 40]
6.5 - 5 Different Approaches: "Top-Down" in National Systems Versus "Bottom-Up" in Private Care Options [Seite 40]
6.6 - 6 Collaboration Between Partner Companies/Hospitals [Seite 41]
6.7 - 7 Working on All Aspects of Health-Not Only the Disease [Seite 41]
6.8 - 8 Conclusions [Seite 41]
6.9 - References [Seite 42]
7 - From Ambient Assisted Living to Society Ambient Living [Seite 43]
7.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 43]
7.2 - 2 From Tradition to Innovation [Seite 44]
7.2.1 - 2.1 Generalization of the Assistive Technology Approach [Seite 46]
7.2.2 - 2.2 Increasing Use of Intelligence [Seite 46]
7.3 - 3 Technology Developments [Seite 49]
7.3.1 - 3.1 Environments with Intelligent Objects [Seite 49]
7.3.2 - 3.2 Intelligent Environments and Dedicated Networks [Seite 50]
7.3.3 - 3.3 Extension to the Entire Society [Seite 51]
7.4 - 4 Examples of Experimental Implementation [Seite 52]
7.5 - 5 Conclusion [Seite 53]
7.6 - References [Seite 53]
8 - Designing Multidimensional Assessment of ICTs for Elderly People: The UNCAP Clinical Study Protocol [Seite 54]
8.1 - 1 Background and Rationale [Seite 55]
8.1.1 - 1.1 Aging of EU Population and Needs for Innovative Technologies [Seite 55]
8.1.2 - 1.2 Evaluating Safety and Effect of Innovative Technologies [Seite 56]
8.2 - 2 The UNCAP Bundle [Seite 57]
8.2.1 - 2.1 System Architecture [Seite 57]
8.2.2 - 2.2 Indication for Use [Seite 58]
8.3 - 3 Available Evidences on ICTs for the Elderly with CI [Seite 59]
8.4 - 4 Study Design [Seite 61]
8.4.1 - 4.1 Objectives and Research Questions [Seite 62]
8.4.2 - 4.2 Study Dimensions and Outcome Variables [Seite 62]
8.4.3 - 4.3 Primary and Secondary Hypotheses and Study Endpoints [Seite 62]
8.4.4 - 4.4 Criteria for Recruiting Participants [Seite 62]
8.4.5 - 4.5 Recruitment Process [Seite 66]
8.4.6 - 4.6 Sample Size [Seite 67]
8.4.7 - 4.7 Control Groups for Primary End-Users (EP) and ICGs [Seite 69]
8.4.8 - 4.8 Randomization Procedures [Seite 69]
8.4.9 - 4.9 Criteria for Discontinuing Individuals [Seite 69]
8.5 - 5 Study Procedure [Seite 70]
8.5.1 - 5.1 T0 (Enrolment Time) [Seite 70]
8.5.2 - 5.2 T1 (UNCAP First Time Exposure for Test Groups. Training) [Seite 71]
8.5.3 - 5.3 T2 (Evaluation of UNCAP Acceptance and Starting of UNCAP Evaluation) [Seite 72]
8.5.4 - 5.4 T3 (Intermediate UNCAP Evaluation) [Seite 72]
8.5.5 - 5.5 T4 (End of the Evaluation Period) [Seite 72]
8.6 - 6 UNCAP Multidimensional Assessment [Seite 73]
8.7 - 7 Conclusions [Seite 75]
8.8 - References [Seite 75]
9 - A Technological Approach to Support the Care Process of Older in Residential Facilities [Seite 77]
9.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 78]
9.2 - 2 The OPENCARE Architecture [Seite 79]
9.2.1 - 2.1 Air Quality Sensor [Seite 80]
9.2.2 - 2.2 Bed Sensor [Seite 81]
9.2.3 - 2.3 Data Introduced by Tablet Interface [Seite 81]
9.3 - 3 Data Acquisition and Elaboration [Seite 82]
9.4 - 4 Conclusion [Seite 84]
9.5 - References [Seite 84]
10 - A Non-invasive Method for Biological Age Estimation Using Frailty Phenotype Assessment [Seite 86]
10.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 86]
10.2 - 2 Related Works [Seite 88]
10.3 - 3 Method and Materials [Seite 90]
10.3.1 - 3.1 Frailty Phenotype [Seite 91]
10.3.2 - 3.2 Evaluation Protocol [Seite 92]
10.3.3 - 3.3 Cloud Application [Seite 93]
10.3.4 - 3.4 Biological Age Estimation [Seite 94]
10.4 - 4 Results [Seite 95]
10.5 - 5 Conclusions and Future Developments [Seite 98]
10.6 - References [Seite 98]
11 - Enabling End Users to Define the Behavior of Smart Objects in AAL Environments [Seite 100]
11.1 - 1 Introduction and Motivation [Seite 101]
11.2 - 2 A Quick Look at the State of the Art [Seite 102]
11.3 - 3 Using the EFESTO Platform in an AAL Scenario [Seite 104]
11.4 - 4 Conclusion and Future Work [Seite 105]
11.5 - References [Seite 107]
12 - Smart Objects and Biofeedback for a Pediatric Rehabilitation 2.0 [Seite 109]
12.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 110]
12.2 - 2 Methods [Seite 110]
12.3 - 3 Results [Seite 116]
12.4 - 4 Discussion [Seite 121]
12.5 - 5 Conclusions and Future Work [Seite 122]
12.6 - References [Seite 123]
13 - The Use of Smart Tools for Combined Training of People with MCI: A Case Report [Seite 124]
13.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 125]
13.2 - 2 Related Works [Seite 125]
13.3 - 3 Materials and Methods [Seite 126]
13.3.1 - 3.1 Protocol [Seite 129]
13.3.2 - 3.2 Participants [Seite 130]
13.4 - 4 Results [Seite 132]
13.5 - 5 Discussion [Seite 133]
13.6 - 6 Conclusion [Seite 135]
13.7 - References [Seite 136]
14 - Designing and Implementing a Transferability Testing Methodology for AAL Systems Dedicated to Integrated Care Services [Seite 138]
14.1 - 1 Study Overview [Seite 139]
14.2 - 2 Pre-study Activities: Localization and Recruitment [Seite 140]
14.2.1 - 2.1 System Localization [Seite 140]
14.2.2 - 2.2 Inclusion and Exclusion Criteria [Seite 141]
14.2.3 - 2.3 Recruitment Procedures [Seite 141]
14.2.4 - 2.4 Informed Consent Procedures [Seite 143]
14.2.5 - 2.5 Baseline Assessment [Seite 143]
14.3 - 3 System Testing [Seite 143]
14.3.1 - 3.1 Introducing and Implementing the System [Seite 143]
14.3.2 - 3.2 Using the System [Seite 145]
14.3.3 - 3.3 Trial Logistics [Seite 146]
14.4 - 4 System Evaluation [Seite 147]
14.4.1 - 4.1 Quantitative Follow-up [Seite 147]
14.4.2 - 4.2 Qualitative Follow-up [Seite 147]
14.4.3 - 4.3 Interoperability Evaluation [Seite 147]
14.5 - 5 Results and Conclusions [Seite 147]
14.6 - References [Seite 148]
15 - The Design, Implementation and Evaluation of a Mobile App for Supporting Older Adults in the Monitoring of Food Intake [Seite 149]
15.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 149]
15.1.1 - 1.1 Changes in the Nutritional Needs of Older Adults [Seite 150]
15.1.2 - 1.2 Changes in Physical and Cognitive Skills [Seite 150]
15.1.3 - 1.3 Supporting Older Adults' Food Intake [Seite 151]
15.2 - 2 The Research [Seite 151]
15.2.1 - 2.1 Study 1: App Selection and Preliminary Evaluation [Seite 152]
15.2.2 - 2.2 Study 2: Design Requirements and Implementation [Seite 155]
15.2.3 - 2.3 Study 3: Usability Evaluation [Seite 157]
15.3 - 3 Discussion and Conclusions [Seite 159]
15.4 - References [Seite 160]
16 - Reasoning in Multi-agent Based Smart Homes: A Systematic Literature Review [Seite 162]
16.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 163]
16.2 - 2 The Review Process [Seite 164]
16.2.1 - 2.1 Planning the Review [Seite 165]
16.2.2 - 2.2 Conducting the Review [Seite 166]
16.2.3 - 2.3 Data Synthesis [Seite 169]
16.3 - 3 Review Results and Discussion [Seite 169]
16.3.1 - 3.1 Purposes of Smart Homes [Seite 169]
16.3.2 - 3.2 Requirements of a Smart Home Reasoning System [Seite 170]
16.3.3 - 3.3 Technologies for Multi-agent Based Smart Homes [Seite 172]
16.3.4 - 3.4 Evaluation of the Presented Solutions [Seite 174]
16.3.5 - 3.5 Challenges and Future Research Directions [Seite 177]
16.4 - 4 Conclusion [Seite 177]
16.5 - References [Seite 178]
17 - Will Robin Ever Help ``Nonna Lea'' Using Artificial Intelligence? [Seite 181]
17.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 182]
17.2 - 2 An Intelligent and Friendly Robot for ``Nonna Lea'' [Seite 183]
17.3 - 3 KOaLa: Knowledge-Based Continuous Loop [Seite 184]
17.3.1 - 3.1 The Semantic Module [Seite 185]
17.3.2 - 3.2 The Acting Module [Seite 186]
17.4 - 4 KOaLa in aid of ``Nonna Lea'': An Happy Ending Story? [Seite 189]
17.5 - 5 Conclusions [Seite 191]
17.6 - References [Seite 191]
18 - Enabling Technologies and Assistive Solutions [Seite 192]
19 - Age-Friendly City and Walkability: Data from Observations Towards Simulations [Seite 193]
19.1 - 1 Introduction and Related Work [Seite 193]
19.2 - 2 Observation Results [Seite 194]
19.3 - 3 Discussion [Seite 196]
19.4 - References [Seite 197]
20 - A Novel Tele-Medicine System to Improve Therapy Monitoring in Chronic Respiratory Diseases [Seite 199]
20.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 200]
20.2 - 2 Smart Breath Analyzer (SBA) [Seite 200]
20.3 - 3 Overall Network Architecture [Seite 201]
20.4 - 4 Conclusions [Seite 203]
20.5 - References [Seite 203]
21 - The Diabesity Care Project: Diabetes Integrated Monitoring System for Self-care Empowering [Seite 204]
21.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 204]
21.2 - 2 Study and Research [Seite 206]
21.3 - 3 Technical Activities [Seite 208]
21.4 - 4 Future Outcome Evaluation [Seite 213]
21.5 - 5 Conclusions [Seite 215]
21.6 - References [Seite 216]
22 - Fully Integrated Smart Insole for Diabetic Foot [Seite 217]
22.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 218]
22.2 - 2 Smart Insole System [Seite 219]
22.2.1 - 2.1 Temperature and Pressure Data Acquisition-Transmission System [Seite 219]
22.3 - 3 Results [Seite 222]
22.4 - 4 Conclusion [Seite 223]
22.5 - References [Seite 224]
23 - A eHealth System for Atrial Fibrillation Monitoring [Seite 225]
23.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 225]
23.2 - 2 Materials and Methods [Seite 226]
23.2.1 - 2.1 Acquisition System [Seite 226]
23.2.2 - 2.2 Analysis on Heart Activity [Seite 227]
23.2.3 - 2.3 Analysis on Breathing Signal: Apnea Events Detection Algorithm [Seite 231]
23.2.4 - 2.4 Application [Seite 233]
23.3 - 3 Results [Seite 234]
23.4 - 4 Conclusion [Seite 235]
23.5 - References [Seite 236]
24 - Assessment of Mental Stress Through the Analysis of Physiological Signals Acquired From Wearable Devices [Seite 238]
24.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 239]
24.2 - 2 State of the Art [Seite 239]
24.3 - 3 Hardware Configuration [Seite 240]
24.4 - 4 Measurement Protocol [Seite 242]
24.5 - 5 Data Analysis [Seite 242]
24.5.1 - 5.1 Cardiovascular and Respiratory Data Processing [Seite 242]
24.5.2 - 5.2 EEG Data Processing [Seite 243]
24.5.3 - 5.3 Feature Extraction [Seite 244]
24.6 - 6 Results [Seite 246]
24.7 - 7 Conclusions [Seite 248]
24.8 - References [Seite 250]
25 - Experimentation of a Low Cost Public Transport System for People with Visual Disabilities [Seite 252]
25.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 253]
25.2 - 2 Related Works [Seite 253]
25.3 - 3 System Architecture [Seite 254]
25.3.1 - 3.1 User Application [Seite 256]
25.3.2 - 3.2 Bus Application [Seite 257]
25.3.3 - 3.3 Server [Seite 257]
25.4 - 4 Prototype [Seite 257]
25.5 - 5 Pilot Experiment and Preliminary Results [Seite 260]
25.6 - 6 Conclusion [Seite 261]
25.7 - References [Seite 262]
26 - Upper Limbs Orthosis for Disability Support: The Areas of Project Development Between Technology and Design [Seite 264]
26.1 - 1 Research ScenarioA [Seite 265]
26.1.1 - 1.1 Mobility Level [Seite 265]
26.1.2 - 1.2 Universal Design as User Support [Seite 265]
26.1.3 - 1.3 Orthesis and Prosthesis as Accessory [Seite 267]
26.1.4 - 1.4 Objectives of the Research Project [Seite 268]
26.2 - 2 Case Study OneB [Seite 269]
26.2.1 - 2.1 Talking Hands-Background [Seite 269]
26.2.2 - 2.2 Introduction [Seite 269]
26.2.3 - 2.3 Architectural High-Level Design [Seite 270]
26.2.4 - 2.4 Software and Firmware [Seite 270]
26.2.5 - 2.5 Wearing System [Seite 272]
26.3 - 3 Case Study TwoC [Seite 273]
26.3.1 - 3.1 Research Scenario: The Pathology and the Patient [Seite 273]
26.3.2 - 3.2 A New Type of Orthosis: The Role of Design and Technological Contamination [Seite 275]
26.3.3 - 3.3 An Orthesis Capable of Evolving with the Course of the Disease [Seite 277]
26.4 - 4 Merging SystemsA-B-C [Seite 278]
26.5 - References [Seite 279]
27 - Depth-Based Fall Detection: Outcomes from a Real Life Pilot [Seite 281]
27.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 282]
27.2 - 2 Materials and Methods [Seite 283]
27.2.1 - 2.1 Hardware Components [Seite 283]
27.2.2 - 2.2 The Fall Detection Algorithm [Seite 284]
27.3 - 3 Fall Detection Performance [Seite 285]
27.4 - 4 Pilot Installation [Seite 287]
27.4.1 - 4.1 System Deployment [Seite 288]
27.4.2 - 4.2 Main Outcomes [Seite 291]
27.5 - 5 Conclusion [Seite 292]
27.6 - References [Seite 293]
28 - Big Data Analytics in Smart Living Environments for Elderly Monitoring [Seite 294]
28.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 294]
28.2 - 2 Related Works and Background [Seite 295]
28.3 - 3 Materials and Methods [Seite 297]
28.4 - 4 Experimental Results and Discussion [Seite 300]
28.5 - 5 Conclusions [Seite 301]
28.6 - References [Seite 301]
29 - A Smart Inertial Pattern for the SUMMIT IoT Multi-platform [Seite 303]
29.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 304]
29.2 - 2 The System Developed [Seite 305]
29.2.1 - 2.1 The ADL Classification Methodology [Seite 306]
29.3 - 3 Experimental Results [Seite 309]
29.4 - References [Seite 310]
30 - RareBox App. Patient-Centered Monitoring System in the Self-management of Rare Diseases [Seite 312]
30.1 - 1 Apulia Region's Focus on Rare Diseases [Seite 312]
30.2 - 2 RareBox Research Project [Seite 313]
30.2.1 - 2.1 Phase 1. Quality of Life and Biopsychosocial Perspective: Research Tools [Seite 314]
30.2.2 - 2.2 Phase 2. Patients' and Clinicians' Needs [Seite 315]
30.2.3 - 2.3 Phase 3. QoLSmile Monitoring Tool [Seite 316]
30.2.4 - 2.4 Phase 4. Development and Evaluation of the RareBox App [Seite 317]
30.2.5 - 2.5 Phase 5. The Evaluation of Accessibility, Usability: App Developer and User [Seite 320]
30.3 - 3 Conclusion [Seite 323]
30.4 - References [Seite 323]
31 - A Cyber Secured IoT: Fostering Smart Living and Safety of Fragile Individuals in Intelligent Environments [Seite 325]
31.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 326]
31.2 - 2 Needs to Be Addressed [Seite 326]
31.3 - 3 Buildings, Sensors, and Internet of Things [Seite 327]
31.4 - 4 Smart Buildings Solutions for Elderly and Disabled People [Seite 328]
31.5 - 5 Conclusions [Seite 331]
31.6 - References [Seite 331]
32 - Fabrication of Flexible ALN Thin Film-Based Piezoelectric Pressure Sensor for Integration Into an Implantable Artificial Pancreas [Seite 333]
32.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 334]
32.2 - 2 Results and Discussion [Seite 334]
32.3 - 3 Conclusions [Seite 336]
32.4 - References [Seite 336]
33 - Facial Expression Recognition in Ageing Adults: A Comparative Study [Seite 338]
33.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 339]
33.2 - 2 Methods [Seite 340]
33.2.1 - 2.1 CNN Architecture [Seite 342]
33.2.2 - 2.2 Handcrafted Features Approaches for FER in Ageing Adults [Seite 343]
33.3 - 3 Results [Seite 344]
33.4 - 4 Discussion and Conclusion [Seite 347]
33.5 - References [Seite 348]
34 - Physiological Wireless Sensor Network for the Detection of Human Moods to Enhance Human-Robot Interaction [Seite 349]
34.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 350]
34.2 - 2 Related Work [Seite 350]
34.3 - 3 Aim of the Work [Seite 352]
34.4 - 4 Material and Method [Seite 352]
34.4.1 - 4.1 Instruments [Seite 352]
34.4.2 - 4.2 Experimental Protocol [Seite 353]
34.4.3 - 4.3 Participants [Seite 355]
34.4.4 - 4.4 Data Analysis [Seite 355]
34.5 - 5 Results [Seite 359]
34.6 - 6 Discussion and Conclusion [Seite 361]
34.7 - References [Seite 362]
35 - An Embedded Localization System for the SUMMIT IoT Multi-platform [Seite 365]
35.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 366]
35.2 - 2 Architecture of the Localization System [Seite 367]
35.2.1 - 2.1 The Measuring Protocol [Seite 367]
35.3 - 3 Preliminary Results [Seite 369]
35.4 - References [Seite 371]
36 - Experiments, Evaluation and Lessons Learnt [Seite 373]
37 - Understanding the Interest Toward Smart Home Technology: The Role of Utilitaristic Perspective [Seite 374]
37.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 375]
37.2 - 2 Method [Seite 376]
37.2.1 - 2.1 Participants [Seite 376]
37.2.2 - 2.2 Survey Protocol and Data Collection [Seite 377]
37.2.3 - 2.3 Data Analysis [Seite 377]
37.3 - 3 Results [Seite 379]
37.3.1 - 3.1 Descriptive Statistics [Seite 379]
37.3.2 - 3.2 Inferential Statistics [Seite 381]
37.4 - 4 Discussion and Implications [Seite 384]
37.5 - 5 Conclusion [Seite 386]
37.6 - References [Seite 387]
38 - Health360: An Open, Modular Platform for Multimodal Data Collection and AAL Monitoring [Seite 389]
38.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 389]
38.2 - 2 Computerized Systems for Health and Care Data Collection [Seite 390]
38.2.1 - 2.1 Filling in the Gaps: Health360 [Seite 391]
38.3 - 3 Applications of Health360 to Elderly People: AAL and Beyond [Seite 395]
38.3.1 - 3.1 Biomedical Wearable Sensors [Seite 397]
38.4 - 4 Conclusion [Seite 399]
38.5 - References [Seite 399]
39 - Assessment of Parkinson's Disease At-home Using a Natural Interface Based System [Seite 402]
39.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 403]
39.2 - 2 Patient Movement Analysis [Seite 404]
39.2.1 - 2.1 System Setup [Seite 404]
39.2.2 - 2.2 Human Computer Interface and Tracking of the Movement [Seite 405]
39.2.3 - 2.3 Clinical Assessment and Data Acquisition [Seite 406]
39.2.4 - 2.4 Movement Characterization by Kinematic Features [Seite 406]
39.3 - 3 Experimental Results [Seite 407]
39.3.1 - 3.1 Discriminant Parameters for Upper and Lower Limb UPDRS Tasks [Seite 407]
39.3.2 - 3.2 Automatic Assessment by Machine Learning [Seite 410]
39.4 - 4 Conclusions [Seite 411]
39.5 - References [Seite 411]
40 - Seniors' Acceptance of Virtual Humanoid Agents [Seite 413]
40.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 414]
40.2 - 2 Materials and Methods [Seite 416]
40.2.1 - 2.1 Stimuli [Seite 416]
40.2.2 - 2.2 Participants [Seite 417]
40.2.3 - 2.3 Tools and Procedures [Seite 418]
40.3 - 3 Results [Seite 419]
40.3.1 - 3.1 Results on Agents' Physical and Social Features, and Careers (Experiment 1) [Seite 420]
40.3.2 - 3.2 Results on Seniors' Preferences on the Pragmatic, and Hedonic, Dimensions of the Proposed Interactive Systems (Experiment 2) [Seite 421]
40.4 - 4 Discussions and Conclusion [Seite 424]
40.5 - References [Seite 426]
41 - Human and Animal Welfare Assessment During Animal Assisted Interventions (AAI): A Pilot Project in Progress [Seite 428]
41.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 429]
41.2 - 2 Pilot Project in Progress [Seite 430]
41.2.1 - 2.1 Proposal Project Methodology [Seite 431]
41.3 - 3 Conclusion [Seite 437]
41.4 - References [Seite 438]
42 - "Casa Amica", Project for the Construction of a Social-Assistance Structure and a Social-Healthcare Unit C.R.I., to Be Used for the Reception of Elderly People with Disabilities [Seite 440]
42.1 - 1 Description of Architectural Interventions [Seite 441]
42.1.1 - 1.1 Preservability, Flexibility and Usability [Seite 442]
42.1.2 - 1.2 Spaces for Individual and Collective Well-Being [Seite 443]
42.1.3 - 1.3 Functional Identifiability, Rationality of Use [Seite 443]
42.1.4 - 1.4 The Elimination of Architectural Barriers [Seite 445]
42.1.5 - 1.5 Architectural Objectives [Seite 447]
42.1.6 - 1.6 Accessibility to the Area [Seite 447]
42.1.7 - 1.7 Integration with the Context and Reduction of Environmental Impact and Noise and Air Pollution [Seite 447]
42.1.8 - 1.8 Use of Innovative Technologies and Use of Durable Materials [Seite 448]
42.1.9 - 1.9 Use of Light [Seite 450]
42.2 - References [Seite 451]
43 - Architecture for Cooperative Interacting Robotic Systems Towards Assisted Living: A Preliminary Study [Seite 453]
43.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 454]
43.2 - 2 Details of the Interacting Architecture [Seite 456]
43.2.1 - 2.1 Software: ROS and Gazebo [Seite 456]
43.2.2 - 2.2 Hardware: Wheelchair and Robotic Manipulator [Seite 458]
43.3 - 3 Developed Algorithms [Seite 460]
43.3.1 - 3.1 Localization and Navigation Algorithms for the Mobile Robotic System [Seite 460]
43.3.2 - 3.2 Pick and Place Algorithm via Baxter Robot [Seite 461]
43.3.3 - 3.3 Implementation Details [Seite 461]
43.4 - 4 Simulation and Experimental Trials [Seite 462]
43.4.1 - 4.1 Simulation Trial [Seite 463]
43.4.2 - 4.2 Experimental Trial [Seite 464]
43.5 - 5 Conclusions and Future Works [Seite 466]
43.6 - References [Seite 467]
44 - Personal Health E-Record-Toward an Enabling Ambient Assisted Living Technology for Communication and Information Sharing Between Patients and Care Providers [Seite 469]
44.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 469]
44.2 - 2 PEHR Description and Functions [Seite 473]
44.2.1 - 2.1 Target and Stakeholder [Seite 473]
44.2.2 - 2.2 Functions [Seite 473]
44.3 - 3 Other Solutions and Usability [Seite 478]
44.4 - 4 Perspective, Conclusions and Future Developments [Seite 479]
44.5 - References [Seite 480]
45 - Seminal VOCs Analysis Investigating Sperm Quality Decline-New Studies to Improve Male Fertility Contrasting Population Ageing [Seite 482]
45.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 483]
45.2 - 2 Methods [Seite 485]
45.2.1 - 2.1 Semen Analysis [Seite 485]
45.2.2 - 2.2 VOCs Extraction and Separation [Seite 485]
45.2.3 - 2.3 Compound Identification and Data Analysis [Seite 486]
45.3 - 3 Results [Seite 486]
45.4 - 4 Discussion and Conclusion [Seite 488]
45.5 - References [Seite 489]
46 - MARIO Project: Validation in the Hospital Setting [Seite 490]
46.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 491]
46.2 - 2 Materials and Methods [Seite 492]
46.2.1 - 2.1 Diagnosis of Dementia, and Cognitive-Neuropsychiatric-Affective Assessment [Seite 493]
46.2.2 - 2.2 Evaluation of Social Aspects and Resilience [Seite 494]
46.2.3 - 2.3 Quality of Life and Caregiver Burden Level Assessment [Seite 494]
46.2.4 - 2.4 Clinical Assessment [Seite 494]
46.2.5 - 2.5 Acceptability and Usability Assessment [Seite 494]
46.2.6 - 2.6 Statistical Analysis [Seite 495]
46.3 - 3 Results [Seite 495]
46.3.1 - 3.1 Pre-MARIO Interaction Outcomes [Seite 495]
46.3.2 - 3.2 Post-MARIO Interaction Outcomes [Seite 496]
46.4 - 4 Conclusion [Seite 499]
46.5 - References [Seite 500]
47 - Active Aging by Continuous Learning: A Training Environment for Cultural Visits [Seite 502]
47.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 503]
47.2 - 2 Using AI to Personalize Lessons for Older Users [Seite 503]
47.2.1 - 2.1 The LECTurE Learning Subsystem [Seite 505]
47.2.2 - 2.2 On-Site Training [Seite 506]
47.2.3 - 2.3 Distributed Training [Seite 507]
47.3 - 3 The LECTurE System [Seite 507]
47.3.1 - 3.1 Modeling the Students [Seite 508]
47.3.2 - 3.2 Modeling the Lessons [Seite 509]
47.4 - 4 The System Architecture [Seite 511]
47.5 - 5 An example of LECTurE at work [Seite 512]
47.6 - 6 Conclusions and Future Works [Seite 513]
47.7 - References [Seite 513]
48 - The TV-AssistDem Project: A TV-Based Platform for Coping with Mild Cognitive Impairment [Seite 515]
48.1 - 1 Introduction [Seite 516]
48.1.1 - 1.1 The TV-Assistdem Project Idea [Seite 517]
48.2 - 2 User Requirements Elicitation [Seite 519]
48.2.1 - 2.1 Method [Seite 519]
48.2.2 - 2.2 Indications for Developers [Seite 522]
48.3 - 3 The TV-AssistDem Platform: Architecture Design [Seite 524]
48.4 - 4 Current Status and Conclusions [Seite 525]
48.5 - References [Seite 525]
49 - Author Index [Seite 527]
