EE 502 - Homework 1 Submissions are online through Canvas. Please answer the questions using information from Chapters 1 and 2 of the book, as well as the lecture discussions. If needed, you can also look up information online to answer some of the questions. Responses generated by ChatGPT or any comparable platform will not be tolerated. 1. Define Assistive Technology (AT) and discuss its significance for individuals with disabilities and society at large. 2. Differentiate between AT devices and AT services. 3. Outline the principles governing AT service delivery. 4. Explain the Human Activity Assistive Technology (HAAT) model, providing detailed insights into its components. Provide two examples of AT devices for each of the following technology options covered on January 29th (Fig. 2.2 of the book), not discussed in class. Elaborate on how these devices exemplify their respective categories: a. Commercially available software for standard hardware designed for individuals with disabilities b. Modified devices designed for individuals with disabilities 5. 6. Compose three paragraphs such that: a. Paragraph 1 concisely describes a hard AT device you intend to develop, addressing: i. The identified need ii. The target population iii. How the AT device might address the specified need b. Paragraph 2 details how the HAAT model can be applied throughout the research and development (R&D) phase of your AT device. c. Paragraph 3 briefly outlines the functions of the four aspects/elements of the assistive technology device, namely the HTI, environmental sensors, processor(s), and activity output(s). Avoid overly technical language but include critical specifications if applicable.