• 14. Mohanraj Thirumalai: on recreational assistive tech, accessibility of sports and exercise, and industry standard development for AT

  • Jun 21 2024
  • Length: 49 mins
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14. Mohanraj Thirumalai: on recreational assistive tech, accessibility of sports and exercise, and industry standard development for AT

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  • Dr. Mohanraj Thirumalai (LinkedIn) is an assistant professor at the University of Birmingham, Alabama, and a director of the NIDILRR-funded Rehab Engineering Research Center on Recreational Technologies (RERC RecTech). In this episode, he discusses the work being done in the field of recreational assistive technology at the RecTech center. Founded in 2002, it focuses on developing and adapting technologies to increase access to exercise, sports, and recreation for people with disabilities. Examples of projects include the development of a low-cost, portable frame running device and an active video gaming controller that can be used with any game. The center also works on developing industry standards for inclusive fitness centers and other recreational equipment.

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