Design Considerations for Novel Self-Adapting Toilets for Semi-Public Spaces

Stud Health Technol Inform. 2022 May 16:293:119-120. doi: 10.3233/SHTI220357.

Abstract

People with physical limitations face significant challenges when using existing toilets. User requirements work shows the wide range of user needs and confirms the high demand for innovative toilets, enabling people to leave home more often and participate more in societal life. The Toilet For Me too (T4ME2) project aims to implement and test a new ICT-based toilet system capable of physically supporting users, allowing autonomous and safe use outside the home.

Keywords: AAL; Ambient Assisted Living; bathroom equipment; toilets.

MeSH terms

  • Bathroom Equipment*
  • Data Collection
  • Employment
  • Humans
  • Toilet Facilities