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Technology is present in almost every simple aspect of the people’s daily life. As an instance, let us refer to the smartphone. This device is usually equipped with a GPS modulewhich may be used as an orientation system, if it carries the right functionalities. The problem is that these applications may be complex to operate and may not be within the bounds of everybody.
Therefore, the main goal here is to develop an orientation system that may help people with cognitive disabilities in their day-to-day journeys, when the caregivers are absent. On the other hand, to keep paid helpers aware of the current location of the disable people, it will be also considered a localization system. Knowing their current locations, caregiversmay engage in others activities without neglecting their prime work, and, at the same time, turning people with cognitive disabilities more independent.
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Ramos, J., Anacleto, R., Novais, P., Figueiredo, L., Almeida, A., Neves, J. (2013). Geo-localization System for People with Cognitive Disabilities. In: Pérez, J., et al. Trends in Practical Applications of Agents and Multiagent Systems. Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing, vol 221. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-00563-8_8
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