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In this paper, a novel open simulation platform is presented, which aims to provide a virtual prototyping and accessibility testing framework. The proposed framework is based on virtual user models which describe in detail all the physical parameters of a user with or without disabilities. Our approach covers the simulation of all major human functions including motor, vision and hearing through a unified simulation framework. The simulation is carried out in a virtual 3D or 2D representation of the design to be assessed either through an immersive or a non-immersive accessibility evaluation application.
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Tsakiris, A., Moschonas, P., Moustakas, K., Tzovaras, D. (2012). An Open Framework for Immersive and Non-immersive Accessibility Simulation for Smart Living Spaces. In: Donnelly, M., Paggetti, C., Nugent, C., Mokhtari, M. (eds) Impact Analysis of Solutions for Chronic Disease Prevention and Management. ICOST 2012. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 7251. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-30779-9_47
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