Title :
M3S-a standard communication architecture for rehabilitation applications
Author :
van Woerden, J.A. ; Nelisse, M.W. ; Perricos, C. ; Jackson, R.D. ; Davies, B. ; Hibberd, R.D. ; Banerjee, D.
Abstract :
The M3S (Multiple-Master, Multiple-Slave) bus is a proposed standard digital communication bus designed to improve access to technical aids by disabled people. It provides a standard interface between input devices and end-effectors, allowing devices from different manufacturers to be linked in the same system. The bus is primarily intended for use on wheelchairs. It is based on an industry-standard protocol-the controller area network (CAN)-and includes additional signal lines to increase safety and integrity.<>
Keywords :
handicapped aids; network interfaces; peripheral interfaces; protocols; safety; CAN; M3S bus; Multiple-Master Multiple-Slave bus; access to technical aids; controller area network; disabled people; end-effectors; industry-standard protocol; input devices; integrity; rehabilitation applications; safety; signal lines; standard communication architecture; standard digital communication bus; standard interface; wheelchairs; Handicapped aids; Network interfaces; Protocols; Safety;
Journal_Title :
Computing & Control Engineering Journal
DOI :
10.1049/cce:19940503
