Eye Tracker LCTechnologies
LC Technologies
The Eyegaze Communication System is an FDA-approved communication and control system for people with complex physical disabilities. The system is operated entirely with the eyes. By looking at control keys displayed on a screen, a person can synthesize speech, control his environment (lights, call bells, etc.), type, run computer software, operate a computer mouse, and access the Internet and e-mail. Eyegaze Systems are being used to write books, attend school and enhance the quality of life of people with disabilities all over the world.
System name(s): The Eyegaze Communication System, Eyegaze Edge and Eyegaze Edge Tablet
| Who can use the system | |
| Target users | Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), Brain injuries, Cerebral palsy (CP), Multiple sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy, Werdnig-Hoffman syndrome, Rett syndrome, Spinal Cord Injuries, Strokes (brainstem, Locked-in syndrome) |
| What is required from the user | Good control of at least one eye. Adequate vision. Ability to maintain a position in front of the Eyegaze monitor. Some reading or word recognition skill. For detailed description, see http://www.eyegaze.com/2Products/Disability/Medicaldata.html |
| Can the system be operated entirely by the user without assistance once the system is setup and running? | Yes |
| Features | |
| Applications within AAC |
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| Additional information/accessories | Keyboard and mouse interface with a PC for full operation of all Windows programs |
| Supported languages | English, German, Italian, French, Spanish, Swedish, Norwegian, Russian, Turkish |
| Technical specifications | |
| Methods | video-based (Pupil-Center/Corneal-Reflection) |
| Other features | remote, NEW: binocular tracker also available |
| Spatial resolution | 0.45 degrees, .63 cm or better |
| Temporal resolution | 60 Hz |
| Tolerance to ambient light / sunlight | stray sources of infrared may degrade the accuracy |
| Tolerance to eye glasses and contact lenses | works with most eye glasses and contact lenses |
| Accommodation to human eye variations (iris color, ethnic background) | The system tracks 90 to 95% of the human population |
| Freedom of head movements | 3.8 * 3.0 * 3.8 cm |
| Mobility | The system can be attached to a wheelchair. The system consists of a small computer, a flat panel monitor, a small camera, and an adjustable table mount. The computer weighs only 6 lbs (2.7 kg) and its dimensions are 8 x 7 x 3 inches (20 x 18 x 8 cm). |
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| Setup and system requirements | |
| Computer requirement(s) | System comes with a computer, with software and applications installed |
| Setup time | To install the system 10* 15 minutes. To set up an individual user, about 1 minute. |
| Calibration time | 15 seconds |
| Number of systems in use | 500-1000 |
| Price | From $7,250 to $13,500 USD depending on the configuration. Several options range from $150 USD to $350 USD each. |
Contact details
Email: info0309@eyegaze.com
Phone: 1-703-385-7133
Fax: 1-703-288-3727
Address:
LC Technologies, Inc.
1483 Chain Bridge Road
Suite 104
McLean, Virginia 22101,
USA
Support:
Visit our web page (www.eyegaze.com) for information on user support
Website: http://www.eyegaze.com
The technical information below is mainly targeted at developers.
| What is the eye tracker physical interface type? | Dedicated manufacturer's card, but card may be fitted into any PC. |
| Does the eye tracker require manufacturer's own dedicated software to operate, or can it be used with other suitable software? | |
| If the eye tracker can be used with other suitable software, will the manufacturer make the required control protocols available? | |
| Does the manufacturer's own dedicated software have an API (programming interface) to allow control over the manufacturer's software and eye tracker by third party applications? | |
| If the manufacturer's own dedicated software and eye tracker has an API, will the manufacturer make the required control protocols available? | |
| Is a stream of gaze data (x, y, pupil size, blink etc) from the manufacturer's own dedicated software accessible to other third party software? | Yes, can be accessed in real time by third party software. |
| If a stream of gaze data is accessible in real time, will the manufacturer make the format available? | Yes, to all. |
| Can gaze data (x, y, pupil size, blink etc) from the manufacturer's own dedicated software be captured and saved in a file for later use and analysis? | Yes, can be saved. |
| If gaze data can be captured and saved, is the saved data file accessible to third party software? | Yes open, to all in a standard file format. |
