The study of principle : If a person has control over any function, it can also be used to control the computer
EnPathia is a product that facilitates computer access for people with limited or no mobility in the upper extremities.
It allows the user to work with a computer as easily as with a conventional mouse and keyboard, but without the need to use their hands.
EnPathia is an adaptive mouse, but it's not just that. It is also an adapted keyboard, an interface to use up to two switches, an application to simulate virtual mouse clicks...
It's also a head-mouse, but EnPathia won't force you to use a particular body part. Many people comfortably use their forearms or feet. EnPathia adapts to the way you work, not the other way around.
Who is it for?
For people who do not have enough upper limb mobility to use a conventional mouse and keyboard.
EnPathia was developed in collaboration with volunteers with a number of conditions: tetraplegia, spina bifida, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis... One of the reasons why it is easy to use.
How does it work?
EnPathia consists of a small sensor that can be attached with a band to a body part. The user just needs to make gentle and natural movements in order to control the computer.
The sensor can be placed on any part of the body and in any position. The system automatically adapts to the type of movement that is easiest for you to do.
What can I do with enPathia?
Everything you can do with conventional mice and keyboards: browse files and folders, surf the web, play games, write text...
Turn the sensor in any direction (e.g. tilt your head slightly) and the cursor moves in that direction. In order to perform a left click or right click, double click, drag, or display a virtual keyboard just stop for a moment on a location on the screen. A menu displays with all these options, and performing them is as simple as making a smooth motion. You can also use enPathia with one or two switches.
EnPathia works on computers with Windows, Linux or MacOSX. The only requirement is that it has a USB port.
The minimum requirements for the proper use of enPathia are :
Hard disk capacity: 50 MB of free space.
Operating system: Windows, Linux and MACOS
Standard monitor.
Standard keyboard and mouse, which can be replaced by EnPathia after it has been installed.
USB port.
