Potential of phase-based ranging as an abscondment sensor for children with autism.
This study addresses the critical unmet need for abscondment detection systems to enhance community access and safety for children with autism. We present the development of a proof-of-concept device that identifies user needs, establishes testing methodologies, and explores the technical challenges...
| Publicado en: | Disability & Rehabilitation: Assistive Technology Vol. 20; no. 8; pp. 3125 - 3138 |
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| Formato: | equations & formulas pictorial research tables/charts Journal Article |
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Taylor & Francis Ltd
Nov2025
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| fields | @attributes: recordID: 1 pdfLink: plink: https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=ccm&AN=189411282&site=ehost-live header: @attributes: shortDbName: ccm uiTerm: 189411282 longDbName: CINAHL Complete uiTag: AN controlInfo: bkinfo: dissinfo: jinfo: jid: 17483107 1X04 jtl: Disability & Rehabilitation: Assistive Technology issn: 17483107 maglogo: Y pubinfo: dt: Nov2025 vid: 20 iid: 8 pid: 377 pub: Taylor & Francis Ltd place: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania artinfo: ui: 189411282 185888195 189411282 189411282 10.1080/17483107.2025.2510434 189411282 ppf: 3125 ppct: 13 formats: fmt: – @attributes: type: T – @attributes: type: P tig: atl: Potential of phase-based ranging as an abscondment sensor for children with autism. aug: au: Stanton, Jason C. Peel, Nicole L. Mills, Caroline J. Breen, Paul P. affil: The MARCS Institute for Brain, Behaviour & Development, Western Sydney University, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia sug: subj: Autism Spectrum Disorder Rehabilitation Child Safety Equipment and Supplies Equipment Design Assistive Technology Equipment and Supplies Wearable Sensors Wandering Behavior Prevention and Control Security Measures Human Male Female Child Physical Therapy Conceptual Framework Measurement Error User-Computer Interface Signal Processing, Computer Assisted Product Evaluation Digital Technology Risk Management Health Services Needs and Demand Needs Assessment Risk Assessment Risk Management Methods Descriptive Statistics Repeated Measures Time Series Experimental Studies Simulations Reliability Child: 6-12 years Male Female ab: This study addresses the critical unmet need for abscondment detection systems to enhance community access and safety for children with autism. We present the development of a proof-of-concept device that identifies user needs, establishes testing methodologies, and explores the technical challenges in creating a practical solution. Through a structured approach, user requirements and device specifications were established, leading to the creation of a phase-based 2.4 GHz distance-ranging prototype. A series of laboratory-based verification experiments demonstrated significant performance improvements using filtering and alert-triggering mechanisms to mitigate the limitations of phase-based ranging. Although body obstruction remains a challenge, this can potentially be addressed through further co-design with end users. The user-centered design process and experimental framework outlined in this work provide a valuable foundation for researchers seeking to advance abscondment detection technologies for children with autism. IMPLICATIONS FOR REHABILITATION: Enhancing Safety for Children with Autism: This research highlights the potential of reliable abscondment detection systems to mitigate safety risks, addressing a critical challenge faced by children with autism and their families. Framework for Future Innovations: The study establishes a robust foundation for advancing practical, technology-driven safety solutions, incorporating both technical feasibility and user-centered design principles. Advancements in Phase-Based Ranging: Despite inherent limitations, the novel methods introduced improve the practicality of phase-based ranging, offering a pathway toward more effective tracking technologies. pubtype: Academic Journal doctype: equations & formulas pictorial research tables/charts Journal Article ougenre: Unknown language: English refInfo: holdings: @attributes: islocal: N |
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