Systems, methods, and techniques for safely controlling devices using eye gaze control
US12204687B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 11, 2023 |
| Grant date | Jan 21, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 11, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG05B2219/2637
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods, systems, and techniques for controlling actuators by using eye gaze technology such as in a wheelchair or bed, are provided. Example embodiments provide an Eye Gaze Actuator Control System (“EGACS”) which enables people with advanced motor neuron diseases or disabilities like amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or muscular dystrophy to use eye gaze technologies to control their actuators that control seating, bed positioning, and movement of motor-controlled devices. In one embodiment, the example EGACS comprises a display device, eye gaze sensor, eye gaze control application, and device interface(s) to one or more other devices that control aspects of a powered wheelchair, bed, vehicle, or other device. These components cooperate to control the powered wheelchair, bed, or vehicle using eye gaze technology as opposed to by manual control.
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