NaviStep - Smart Walker for Elderly People
Supervisor Name
Ayman Wazwaz
Supervisor Email
aymanw@ppu.edu
University
Palestine Polytechnic University
Research field
Computer Science
Bio
Dr. Ayman Wazwaz, Lecturer at the Computer Engineering Department, Palestine Polytechnic University. Holds a PhD in Internet of Things, a Master’s in Telematics, and a Bachelor's in Computer Engineering. Research interests include edge computing, embedded systems, and computer networks.
This research is designed to support elderly individuals with walking difficulties, offering enhanced mobility, stability, and safety, particularly in indoor environments. It employs cameras combined with algorithms and mathematical processing to detect each step the user takes. These inputs are analyzed by a microcontroller that runs real-time algorithms to manage step recognition and movement control.
