Emerging technology archive

This page features emerging technology previously featured on our useful organisations webpage and is updated when appropriate.

Spring 2017

Argonault Wheelchair – a full-scale operational prototype of a power wheelchair with a unique range of functions that aim to greatly increase the user’s independence
Eyedrivomatic – a device that allows users to control an electric wheelchair using only their eyes
MeBot – a research project developing an enhanced robotic wheelchair which can tackle curbs and difficult terrain
WheelAir – temperature regulating wheelchair cushion

Accent Open – a newly launched communication aid device
Boomer – wireless foot mouse for PC, Mac and tablets
Emego – EMG switch which senses muscle activity
GlassOuse – a head controlled selection Bluetooth device using the mouth as a switch function
MacMonkey – single switch control system for Macs
NeuroNode – EMG switch which senses muscle activity
SpeakEasy – a free text to speech app for Android devices
Tobii Dynavox Message Banking – a free online portal that can organise and store an unlimited amount of recorded message

Comfier – a new mattress system that allows the user to adjust the bed using eye-operated technology