Computer-aided communication device for a child with cerebral palsy.
This paper describes a portable computer-aided communication device designed for a 13-year-old child with athetoid cerebral palsy. The device was intended to provide vocal output, hard-copy, correctable display, word storage capabilities, and utilize currently available technology. The design incorporated the Epson HX-20 computer, the Votrax Type 'N Talk speech synthesizer, and a customized laptray.
D000293:Adolescent; D002547:Cerebral Palsy / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D003143:Communication Devices for People with Disabilities; D003201:Computers; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008838:Microcomputers; D012656:Self-Help Devices; D012984:Software