EPISODE · Jul 29, 2025 · 25 MIN
Precision in Motion
from ImpacTech · host Yuka Fan, Emily Boeschoten, Adria Gonzalez, Sasha Portnova, University of California, UC Berkeley, NIDILRR, Dr. Mary Goldberg, IMPACT Center, University of Pittsburgh SHRS Dept of RST, Dr. Michelle Zorrilla
Host(s): Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh Guest(s): Student Design Team - HAT, University of Washington: Yuka Fan, Emily Boeschoten, Adria Gonzalez, Sasha Portnova IMPACT Center | Website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter HAT Team Information | Video, Website, Publication Transcript | Word Doc, PDF Discussion Topics Intro & Episode Overview Team Formation and Backgrounds Clinical Motivation Behind HAT How HAT Works Tech Design Choices (Leap vs Webcam) Reliability Testing Insights Inclusivity and Accessibility in Design OT Perspective on Disability Representation Closing & Teaser for Part 2
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In this episode of ImpacTech, Precision in Motion, we shine a spotlight on the interdisciplinary team behind the Hand Assessment Tool (HAT). This innovative, camera-based system automates hand range of motion assessments in under 90 seconds. Developed by students from UC Berkeley, this low-cost, user-friendly tool earned runner-up honors in the RESNA Student Design Challenge and the IMPACT Award for its potential to transform hand rehabilitation.
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