SMART Mounts: Accessible robotic mounts for independent positioning of devices by

描述（由申请人提供）：提议的SMART安装架，一种动力安装和定位系统，为有严重残疾的个人提供对其周围环境的访问和控制。它可以使上肢功能不全或功能不全的人从床上或轮椅上独立地重新定位设备。凭借SMART安装的移动、旋转和倾斜设备和托盘的能力，一个人可以将基本物品移动到可用的位置，使他们能够轻松独立地改变活动。例如，他们可以从使用通讯设备切换到喝水，或者在不等待辅助的情况下，将视线之外的东西移到一个更适合驾驶轮椅的位置，安装的设备的定位可以通过一种可选择的方法来控制，比如开关、声音或操纵杆控制。可访问的可编程控制器允许设置自定义“甜蜜点”，以便快速轻松地移动到特定位置。该系统在一个协调的运动，同步调整手臂的位置，倾斜和高度。如果需要，关节的旋转、倾斜和高度可以选择性地调整

DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): The proposed SMART mount, a powered mounting and positioning system, provides individuals with significant disabilities access to and control over their immediate environment. It enables independent repositioning of devices by a person with little or no upper extremity function-from their bed or a wheelchair. With the SMART mount's ability to move, rotate and tilt devices and trays, a person can move essential items into usable positions, allowing them to easily and independently change activities. For example, they can change from using a communication device to taking a drink, or move things out of their visual field and into a better position for driving their wheelchair-without waiting for assistance Positioning of mounted devices is controlled through an accessible method of choice, such as a switch, voice or joystick control. The accessible and programmable controller allows the setting of custom "sweet spots" for quick and easy movement to reach specific positions. The system moves in a coordinated motion, synchronously adjusting the position of the arms, tilt and height. When preferred, rotation at the joints, tilt and height may be selectively adjusted with the chosen accessible controls. SMART mounts are Scalable, Modular, and Accessible Robotic Technologies. The principal building block of the SMART mount is the SMART joint-an integrated package within a housing, consisting of a motor, gear set, bearings, and proprietary motor controller, including a position sensor and wireless transceiver. The SMART joint includes a worm gear set in order to provide the torque required to move a sizable load, up to 15 pounds, and to hold it place when a person tilts in their wheelchair. Each arm consists of two SMART joints connected by an extruded arm segment. Reorienting the SMART joint ninety degrees provides a tilt function. A SMART mount system consists of one or two arm segments, tilt and height adjustability, an accessible controller and user interface. SMART modules for tilt and height adjustment can be used and incorporated with manually-operated mounts, providing cost-effective powered functionality. Phase II focuses on: 1) Developing an accessible user interface with a touch pad; 2) develop approaches to expand access through adhoc networks, wheelchair controls, and USB devices 3) design hardware required for the full mounting system, including the SMART joint, and connections to devices and wheelchairs; 4) design and develop the lift module for height adjustability; 5) design for manufacturing; 6) performing tests to confim usability Research methods: 1) Design and develop product using SolidWorks; build prototypes 2) electronics design and firmware development and testing; 3) design, build and test fully-functioning units; 4) produce tooling and near-production units for testing with consumers; 5) involve people with disabilities and professionals in testing prototypes and use their feedback; 6) use prototypes in emissions and immunity testing; 7) destructive testing