Assistive Technology
10.) Do assistive technology devices completely take away the emotional distress for a person with a disability?
No.
1.) What is biomechanical engineering?
It combines principles of mechanical engineering with biological systems (living things).
11.) What is the main purpose of the foundation of a building?
Supports/anchors the building into the ground.
4.) What is assistive technology?
A tool or device that helps a person with a disability perform tasks with greater ease.
3.) What do biomechanical engineers do?
Design or improve assistive/adaptive technology devices.
12.) What are buildings’ designs based on?
Specific needs the building is used for.
5.) Provide 3 examples of assistive technology devices.
Wheelchair
Hearing aids
Glasses
etc...
2.) What is biomechanics?
The movement and structure of living things.
14.) What is the main duty of an architect?
15.) What is the main duty of an engineer?
Architect: Designs the structure of the building.
Engineer: Constructs the building.
6.) What is adaptive technology?
Modified versions of technologies or tools that already exist.
8.) What is the most important factor biomechanical engineers should focus on when designing an assistive technology device?
The function of the device.
16.) What are subsystems? Provide an example.
Set of systems that work together to complete a task in a larger system.
Examples: HVAC, plumbing, electricity, etc...
7.) Provide 3 examples of adaptive technology devices.
Bath chair
Braille book
Screen readers
etc...
9.) What other 2 factors should people consider with assistive technology devices?
Maintenance and cost of the device.
13.) What considerations do engineers need to consider when designing a building?
What forces will act on the structure, and the materials/structure that can withstand those forces.