Computers Helping People with Special Needs: 16th International Conference, ICCHP 2018, Linz, Austria, July 11-13, 2018, Proceedings, Part II ... Applications, incl. Internet/Web, and HCI)

The two-volume set LNCS 10896 and 10897 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 16th International Conference on Computers Helping People with Special Needs, ICCHP 2018, held in Linz, Austria, in July2018. The 101 revised full papers and 78 short papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 356 submissions. The papers are organized in the following topical sections: Web accessibility in the connected world; accessibility and usability of mobile platforms for people with disabilities and elderly persons: design, development and engineering; accessible system/information/document design; accessible e-learning - e-learning for accessibility/AT; personalized access to TV, film, theatre, and music; digital games accessibility; accessibility and usability of self-service terminals, technologies and systems; universal learning design; motor and mobility disabilities: AT, HCI, care; empowerment of people with cognitive disabilities using digital technologies; augmented and alternative communication (AAC), supported speech; Art Karshmer lectures in access to mathematics, science and engineering; environmental sensing technologies for visual impairment; 3D printing in the domain of assistive technologies (AT) and do it yourselves (DIY) AT; tactile graphics and models for blind people and recognition of shapes by touch; access to artworks and its mediation by and for visually impaired people; digital navigation for people with visual impairments; low vision and blindness: human computer interaction; future perspectives for ageing well: AAL tools, products, services; mobile healthcare and m-health apps for people with disabilities; and service and information provision. Preface Organization Contents – Part II Contents – Part I Environmental Sensing Technologies for Visual Impairment AcouSTTic: A Training Application of Acoustic Sense on Sound Table Tennis (STT) 1 Introduction 2 Overview of Our Training System 2.1 Binaural Recording of the Services 2.2 Application Implementation 3 Evaluation 3.1 Participants 3.2 Procedure 4 Results and Discussion 4.1 Reaction Time 4.2 Correct Rates of Two Successive Judgements 4.3 Improvement of Game Score 4.4 Other Feedbacks References Camassia: Monocular Interactive Mobile Way Sonification 1 Introduction 2 Problem Statement and Related Work 3 Methodology 4 Results 5 Conclusion References A Unimodal Interface Device Coupling Distance with Intensities in Luminance and Temperature 1 Introduction 2 Mechanism of the Developed FB-Finger Unimul 3 Evaluation Experiment Results 3.1 Experiment 1: Two Types of Information 3.2 Experiment 2: Three Types of Information 4 Conclusion References Basic Study of Blind Football Play-by-Play System for Visually Impaired Spectators Using Quasi-Zenit ... Abstract 1 Introduction 2 System Requirements 3 Experimental System and Result 4 Summary References An Augmented Reality Audio Device Helping Blind People Navigation 1 Introduction 2 Device Overview 3 Accurate and Fast Environment Sensing 3.1 A Real-Time Locating System (RTLS) with Ultra Wide Band 3.2 Data Fusion for Accurate Long-Range Localization 4 Audio Renderer and Control 5 Results 6 Conclusion References BluKane: An Obstacle Avoidance Navigation App to Assist the Visually Impaired Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Literature Review 3 Background 4 The Study 4.1 Participants 4.2 Data Collection Procedures 4.3 The Instrument 4.4 Limitations 4.5 Survey Results 4.6 Survey Discussion 5 BluKane Android App 5.1 Application Design 5.2 Usability Testing 5.3 BluKane Discussion 6 Conclusion References Conversation Aid for People with Low Vision Using Head Mounted Display and Computer Vision Emotion Detection 1 Introduction 2 Systems Overview 3 Preliminary Evaluation 4 Conclusions and Future Direction References Indoor Guidance System for the Visual Impaired Using Beacon Sensors Abstract 1 Research Background 2 Indoor Location Sensing Technologies 3 System Design 4 Accessible User Interface Design 5 Conclusions References KrNet: A Kinetic Real-Time Convolutional Neural Network for Navigational Assistance Abstract 1 Introduction 2 State of the Art 3 System Overview 4 Network Architecture 5 Experiments 6 Conclusion and Future Work References Prototype Development of a Low-Cost Vibro-Tactile Navigation Aid for the Visually Impaired 1 Introduction 2 Related Work 3 Vibro-Tactile Wristlet and Anklet 4 Evaluation of Vibro-Tactile Recognition and Patterns for Navigation 5 Conclusion and Future Work References Stereo Vision Based Distance Estimation and Logo Recognition for the Visually Impaired 1 Introduction 2 Related Work 3 Proposed Method 3.1 Logo Recognition 3.2 Distance Estimation 4 Experimental Results 5 Conclusion References Intersection Navigation for People with Visual Impairment Abstract 1 Introduction 2 State of the Art 3 Methodology 3.1 Crosswalk Detection 3.2 Crossing Light and Pedestrian Detection 3.3 Interactive Paradigm 4 Results 5 Conclusion References Indoor Localization Using Computer Vision and Visual-Inertial Odometry Abstract 1 State of the Art and Related Technology 2 Overall Approach 3 Evaluating Localization Accuracy 4 Formative Study 5 Conclusions and Future Work Acknowledgments References HapticRein: Design and Development of an Interactive Haptic Rein for a Guidance Robot Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Related Work 2.1 Haptic/Tactile Interfaces for BVIP 2.2 Accessible Service Robots 2.3 Haptic Interfaces for Guide Dog Robots 3 HapticRein System 3.1 System Overview 3.2 System Component of the HapticRein 3.3 Human-Robot Haptic Interaction 4 Pilot Study 5 Conclusions and Future Work References EchoVis: Training Echolocation Using Binaural Recordings – Initial Benchmark Results Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Experiments in Real Environments 2.1 Experimental Setup 3 Experiments with Binaural Recordings 3.1 Clicker Sounds 3.2 Recorded Scenarios 3.3 Mobile Testing Applications 3.4 Results and Discussion 4 Future Work 5 Summary Acknowledgments References TactiBelt: Integrating Spatial Cognition and Mobility Theories into the Design of a Novel Orientation and Mobility Assistive Device for the Blind Abstract 1 Introduction: Some Remarks on Sensory Substitution 2 Navigation and Blindness 3 The Importance of Spatial Cognition Models in SSD Design 4 The Tactibelt Preliminary Specifications 5 Conclusion and Future Work References Virtual Navigation Environment for Blind and Low Vision People Abstract 1 Introduction 2 System Description 2.1 Working Principle 2.2 Technical Setup 2.3 Obstacle Alert System 3 Preliminary System Evaluation for Audio/Audio 4 Preliminary Results 5 Discussion and Future Work References Visual Shoreline Detection for Blind and Partially Sighted People 1 Introduction 2 Related Work 3 Methodology 3.1 Visual Odometry 3.2 Vanishing Points 3.3 Shorelines 4 Experimental Evaluation 5 Conclusion References 3D Printing in the Domain of Assistive Technologies (AT) and Do It Yourselves (DIY) AT 3D-Printing of Personalized Assistive Technology Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Methods 3 Design and Prototyping of Mouse Cases 3.1 Full-Case 3.2 Plug-Case 4 Results and Discussion 4.1 Full-Case - User Feedback 4.2 Plug-Case – User Feedback 5 Conclusion Acknowledgement References A Proposed Method for Producing Embossed Dots Graphics with a 3D Printer 1 State of the Art and Research Aims 2 Developed Software and Evaluation of Dot Size on a Sample Embossed Dot Graphic 3 Physical Measurements and Tactile Observation Assessments 4 Conclusions References Accessibility as Prerequisite for the Production of Individualized Aids Through Inclusive Maker Spaces Abstract 1 Introduction 2 The Aims of the Project 3 Theoretical Framework 4 Methodology 5 Prerequisite Results 5.1 Five Levels of Competence References Hackability: A Methodology to Encourage the Development of DIY Assistive Devices 1 Introduction 2 Hackability: Methodology and Episodes 3 Hackability@Barilla: The Most Recent Hackability 3.1 PIC-AP: PIccola Cucina Accessibile Portatile (Small Portable Accessible Kitchen) 3.2 La Buona Forchetta (the Good Fork) 4 Good Practices, Failures, and Lessons Learned 5 Final Remarks References Tactile Graphics and Models for Blind People and Recognition of Shapes by Touch Universal Design Tactile Graphics Production System BPLOT4 for Blind Teachers and Blind Staffs to Produce Tactile Graphics and Ink Print Graphics of High Quality 1 Introduction 2 Outline and New Features of BPLOT4 2.1 The System 2.2 Plotter Control Language 2.3 New Features of BPLOT4 3 Experimental Evaluation 3.1 Comparison of Time Needed to Produce Tactile Graphics 3.2 Evaluation of the Quality of Products Made Using BPLOT 4 Conclusion References A User Study to Evaluate Tactile Charts with Blind and Visually Impaired People 1 Introduction 2 User Study on Tactile Chart Design 2.1 Methodology 2.2 Results 3 Discussion and Conclusion References Concept-Building in Blind Readers with Thematic Tactile Volumes Abstract 1 Background: Dedicon and Tactile Images 2 Thematic Tactile Volumes: Why and How? 2.1 The Basis of Our Know-How 2.2 Requirements for Effective Tactile Images 2.3 Spatial Awareness and Translating 3D to 2D 3 Description of the Thematic Tactile Volumes 3.1 3D-2D 3.2 Objects Around Us 3.3 Volcanoes and Earthquakes 3.4 Topo-NL 3.5 Trees 3.6 Letters and Digits 3.7 Mathematical Notation 3.8 Structure Formulae 3.9 Titles for the Youngest 4 Conclusion and Planned Activities References Augmented Reality for People with Visual Impairments: Designing and Creating Audio-Tactile Content from Existing Objects 1 Introduction 2 State of the Art 2.1 Tactile and Audio Modalities in Interactive Graphics 2.2 Augmentation Process 3 Proposed System 3.1 Hardware 3.2 Creation of Interactive Content 4 Evaluation 4.1 Results 5 Discussion and Perspectives References Recording of Fingertip Position on Tactile Picture by the Visually Impaired and Analysis of Tactile Information Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Recording the Touch Sensing 3 Recording of the Experiment Touch Sensing 4 Detection and Analysis of Touch Position 4.1 Detection and Analysis of the Contact Counts 4.2 Visualization of the Contact Counts 4.3 Detection and Analysis of the Movement Directions 4.4 Difference in Usage of Fingers by Subjects 5 Detecting the Position of the Left and Right Fingers 6 Future Experiment Plan 7 Conclusions Acknowledgments References Designing an Interactive Tactile Relief of the Meissen Table Fountain Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Related Work 3 Design Process 3.1 Participatory Process of Choosing Artwork 3.2 3D Data Acquisition 3.3 Design Considerations and Viewport Selection 3.4 Flattening and Production 4 Evaluation 5 Conclusion and Future Work Acknowledgements References Accessibility Guidelines for Tactile Displays in Human-Robot Interaction. A Comparative Study and Proposal Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Related Works 2.1 Accessibility Laws, Standards and Guidelines for HCI 2.2 Accessibility Barriers in Using Robots 3 Methodology 4 Comparative Study of Main Accessibility Guidelines and Proposal 5 Conclusions and Further Research Acknowledgment References Development of a Graphic and Braille Optimized Plotter for the Blind and Visually Impaired 1 Introduction 2 Related Work 3 Methodology 4 Evaluation 5 Conclusion and Outlook References Prototype Development of a Shape Presentation System Using Linear Actuators 1 Introduction 2 Shape Presentation System 3 Evaluation of the Prototype 3.1 Exp.1 3.2 Exp. 2 4 Summary References Access to Artworks and Its Mediation by and for Visually Impaired People Access to Artworks and Its Mediation by and for Visually Impaired Persons Abstract 1 Introduction: Limits of the Sense of Sight... 2 Accessible Artworks in Museums 3 Multimodal Analysis of an Artwork 4 Access to Artworks: A ICCHP 2018 Special Thematic Session References Exploiting a Graphical Braille Display for Art Masterpieces Abstract 1 Introduction 2 State of the Art 3 The New Graphical Interface 4 R&D Work and Results 5 Conclusions and Future Developments 5.1 Further Steps Acknowledgments References Virtual Museum for People with Low Vision: Comparison of the Experience on Flat and Head-Mounted Displays 1 Introduction 2 Overview of Our Virtual Museum 3 Evaluation 3.1 Participants 3.2 Procedure 4 Results and Discussion References Simplification of Painting Images for Tactile Perception by Visually Impaired Persons Abstract 1 Introduction: Difficulties of a Direct Transcription 2 Conservation of Meaning 3 Multimodal Representation 3.1 Experimental Environment 3.2 Participants 3.3 Results 4 Conclusion Acknowledgment References Towards Haptic Surface Devices with Force Feedback for Visually Impaired People 1 Introduction 2 Status of Haptic Devices 2.1 Haptic Modifiable Surfaces 2.2 Stimulation Screen Devices 2.3 Wearable Devices 3 Principle of the F2T System 4 Exploring 2D Surface with the F2T 5 Conclusion and Future Work References Art Masterpieces Accessibility for Blind and Visually Impaired People Abstract 1 Introduction 2 State of the Art 3 Methods for 3D Digitization 4 Previous Achievements and New Assessment 5 Conclusions and Future Developments Acknowledgments References Digital Navigation for People with Visual Impairments Public Transit Accessibility: Blind Passengers Speak Out Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Related Work 3 Focus Group 3.1 Participants 3.2 Methodology 3.3 Results Acknowledgments References Indoor Navigation and Audiovisual Aiding Within Public Transport 1 Introduction 2 State-of-the-Art 3 Methodology 4 Work and Results 5 Conclusion References A Reproducible Experiment Towards the Accessibility of a Geographical Map Abstract 1 Introduction 2 State of the Art 3 Prototype Description 4 End User Tests and Reproducible Process 4.1 First Prototype 4.2 Second Prototype 4.3 Reproducible Process 5 Conclusion Acknowledgments References Indoor-Outdoor Intermodal Sidewalk-Based Navigation Instructions for Pedestrians with Visual Impairments 1 Introduction 2 Related Work 3 Navigation Instructions Templates 4 Evaluation 4.1 First Iteration 4.2 Second Iteration 5 Results 5.1 First Iteration 5.2 Second Iteration 5.3 Key Design Recommendations 6 Conclusion and Future Work References Robust and Incremental Pedestrian Path Network Generation on OpenStreetMap for Safe Route Finding 1 Introduction 2 Problem Statement and Related Work 3 OpenStreetMap Network Extension 3.1 Incremental Pedestrian Node Extension 3.2 Pedestrian Node Displacement 4 Safe Route Finding 5 Example 6 Conclusion References Low Vision and Blindness: Human Computer Interaction BrailleRing: The Shortest Long Braille-Display in the World – A Review of the State-of-the-Art and a New Approach Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Requirements 3 A Historic Review of Braille-Displays 3.1 Electromagnetic Actuators (Solenoids) 3.2 Piezo-Electric Actuators 4 The Search for Alternatives 4.1 Alternative Actuators for Forming Single Braille-Dots 4.2 Direct Skin Stimulation – No Moving Parts 4.3 Reducing the Number of Actuators by Using Moving Elements 5 State-of-the-Art Display Configurations 5.1 Lines Ranging from 10 to 80 Characters – 6 and 8 Dot Braille 5.2 Multiline and Graphic (Matrix) Displays 5.3 Static Single-Cell and Virtual Braille-Displays 6 Striving for a New Approach – The “BrailleRing” 6.1 The Concept 6.2 Realization 6.3 Features and Benefits 7 Discussion 7.1 Present State of the Development 7.2 User Involvement and Trials References One-Handed Braille in the Air Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Background 3 Method 4 Evaluation 5 Conclusions Acknowledgements References Parallel Braille on Smartphones for Deaf-Blind People Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Background 3 Methods 4 Evaluation and Discuss 5 Conclusions Acknowledgements References Gaze Based Magnification to Assist Visually Impaired Persons Abstract 1 Introduction 2 State of the Art 3 Implementation 3.1 Eye-Tracking Device and Eye-Tracking Module 3.2 Processing Module 3.3 Magnification Module and Magnification Tool 3.4 User Interface 4 User Evaluation 4.1 Evaluation Scenario and Methodology 4.2 Results 5 Conclusions and Outlook References Blind FLM Web-Based Tools for Keystroke-Level Predictive Assessment of Visually Impaired Smartphone Interaction 1 Introduction 2 Blind FLM 3 Blind FLM Tools 3.1 Blind FLM Calculator 3.2 Blind FLM Editor 4 Conclusion and Future Work References Continuous Writing the Braille Code Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Related Works 3 Proposed Approaches of Continuous Typing 4 Evaluation 4.1 CLC Model 4.2 Calculations 4.3 Results 5 Conclusions Acknowledgements References A New Gesture Control for Zooming on Tablets and Smartphones for Visually Impaired People Abstract 1 Introduction 2 State of the Art 3 Video Processing Algorithms for Gesture Analysis 3.1 Computing an Approximation of the Point of Gaze 3.2 Camera and Screen Calibration 3.3 Gesture Detection 3.4 Optical Flow Methods 3.5 Correlation Method 4 Human Factor Study 5 Conclusion References Future Perspectives for Aging Well: AAL Tools, Products, Services Future Perspectives for Aging Well: AAL Tools, Products, Services 1 Motivation of Special Thematic Session 2 Papers in the Session 2.1 Development of New Solutions 2.2 Existing Solutions and Their Evaluation 2.3 Looking Forward: Support for Future Projects References Improving User Engagement and Social Participation of Elderly People Through a TV and Tablet-Based Communication and Entertainment Platform 1 Introduction 2 Related Work 3 Participatory Design Methodology 4 Platform Architecture and Development 5 Field Trial Design and Results 6 Conclusion References Evaluation of an Information System for Elderly with Chronic Diseases and for Their Caregiver Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Accessibility Evaluation 2.1 Expert Tests 2.2 Markup Validation and Automatic Accessibility Tests 3 Conclusions and Future Work Acknowledgments Co-creation of a Mobile City District Guide with and for Older Adults Abstract 1 Background 1.1 Co-creation of City District Guides as Mobile Apps 1.2 State of the Art 2 Methodology of Co-creation 2.1 Service Concept 2.2 Data Acquisition and Creation of Data Sets 2.3 User Interface 3 The City District Guide for Bremen-Hemelingen 4 Conclusion and Planned Activities Acknowledgements References Development of Robot System for Elderly Who Live Alone Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Experiments for System Requirements 3 Concepts of New Watching System with Communication Robot for Elderly People 4 Design of the Communication Robot 5 Conclusions References Elderly People and Loneliness: An Innovative Approach Abstract 1 Introduction 2 The State of Art 3 The Approach 4 Technological Characteristics 5 Process of Evaluation 6 Conclusion References Heuristic Evaluation of a Mobile Telecare System for Older Adults Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Mobile Application for Telecare TeleStiki 3 Methods 3.1 Instruments and Measures 3.2 Procedure 4 Results and Conclusion 4.1 Results 4.2 Delving into Findings 4.3 Guidelines for Design of the User Interface and Conclusion Acknowledgments References Identification of Age-Specific Usability Problems of Smartwatches Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Related Work 3 Methods 3.1 Participants and Test Device 3.2 User Study 4 Results 4.1 Qualitative Analysis 4.2 Quantitative Analysis 5 Discussion and Conclusion References Review of Telecare Technologies for Older People 1 Introduction 2 Types of AAL Systems 3 Methods 4 Some Examples of Telecare Systems 4.1 Systems that Support Well-Being and Health at Home 4.2 Telehealth Systems 4.3 Telecare Monitoring Systems 4.4 Other Systems for Older People 5 Benefits of AAL Systems 6 Limited Success with AAL Technologies References Longinos/Longinas: Towards Smart, Unified Working and Living Environments for the 70 to 90+ Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Motivation and Context 3 Solution Against Social Isolation References Ageism and Sexism Amongst Young Computer Scientists Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Method 3 Results 4 Discussion and Conclusions Acknowledgements References User Requirement Analysis for the Design of a Gamified Ambient Assisted Living Application 1 Introduction 2 Related Work 3 Methodology 4 Results and Recommendations 4.1 Games in General and Computer Games 4.2 Social Background 4.3 Technology Acceptance 4.4 Health 5 Conclusion References Investigation of Quantification of Suitable Photo for Conversation Support with Elderly People by Em ... Abstract 1 Background and Purpose 2 Method 3 Evaluation Method 4 Result 5 Conclusion Acknowledgements References Seniors’ Sensing of Agents’ Personality from Facial Expressions Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Material and Methodology 3 Results 4 Conclusions References Mobile Healthcare and mHealth Apps for People with Disabilities Mobile Healthcare and mHealth Apps Abstract 1 Overview of mHealth 2 Session Papers Acknowledgements References Mobile Healthcare and mHealth Apps for People with Disabilities Abstract 1 Overview of mHealth 2 Types of mHealth Technologies 3 Availability of mHealth Apps for People with Disabilities 4 Effectiveness of mHealth Apps for People with Disabilities 5 Emerging Trends References Mobile Healthcare and People with Disabilities: Results from a Preliminary Survey Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Methods 3 Results 4 Discussion 5 Conclusions References A Mobile App Supporting Exercise Adherence for People with Parkinson’s Disease Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Related Work 3 Design and Development 3.1 Focus Group Interview 3.2 Initial Prototype 4 Conclusion and Future Work References Development and Evaluation of a Device to Measure Walking Speed Abstract 1 Background 1.1 NIH Toolbox 4-m Clinical Walk Test 1.2 Device Design and Use 2 Validation Study 2.1 Study Design 2.2 Data Analysis 3 Discussion/Conclusion References BreatheWell Wear: Development and Testing of a Stress Management App for TBI and PTSD on Android Wea ... Abstract 1 Introduction 2 BreatheWell Wear: A Stress Management Solution 3 Design and Development Methodology 4 Clinical Testing Research Design 5 Results 6 Conclusion, Scientific and Practical Impact and Contributions to the Field 7 Planned Activities References The Health Promoting Potential of Interactive Art Abstract 1 Introduction and Framework 2 Methods 3 Observations and Findings 4 Conclusion References Utilization of Limb Orientations for a Home-Based Immersive Virtual Reality Rehabilitation System to Treat Phantom Limb Pain 1 Introduction 2 Architecture 3 Results 4 Conclusion References Videobooking: A Person-Centred Record of Living with Chronic Conditions and Associated Disabilities Abstract 1 Introduction 2 System Description 3 Case Study 3.1 Results and Discussion 3.2 Future Work Acknowledgements References Development and Testing of EyeRemember: A Memory Aid App for Wearables for People with Brain Injury Abstract 1 Introduction 2 EyeRemember: An External Memory Aid Solution 3 Design and Development Methodology 4 Clinical Testing Research Design 5 Results 6 Scientific and Practical Impact and Contributions to the Field 7 Conclusion and Planned Activities References Development of an ICT-Based Dementia Care Mapping (DCM) Support System Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Methods 2.1 Video Mapping, Subjects and Experiment Sites 2.2 Reliability Evaluation of the Support System 2.3 Usefulness Evaluation of the Support System 3 Results and Discussion 3.1 Reliability Evaluation–Accuracy Rate of Mapping Results 3.2 Usefulness Evaluation 3.3 Additional Value of the Support System 4 Conclusions Acknowledgements References Personalisation of Context-Aware Solutions Supporting Asthma Management 1 Introduction 2 State of the Art 3 Methodology 4 Personalisation of Context-Aware Solutions for Asthma 4.1 Prototype 5 Discussion and Conclusions References Service and Information Provision Tracking Individual Assistive Technology Interventions and Measuring Their Outcomes Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Method 2.1 Participants 2.2 Material 2.3 Procedure 3 Results 4 Discussion 5 Conclusion Acknowledgements References Assistive Technology Abandonment: Research Realities and Potentials Abstract 1 Introduction 1.1 Scope of Problem and Existing Research 2 Studying AT Use and Abandonment: The Combined Sensor and Experience Sample Method (ESM) Approach in the AART-BC Project 3 Discussion Acknowledgements References From Assistive Technology to Industry and Back – Experiences with an Applied Domain Transfer 1 Introduction 2 Related Work 3 Project Life Cycle 4 Methods in Different Project Phases 4.1 Requirements Analysis 4.2 Conceptualization 4.3 Implementation 4.4 Evaluation 5 Conclusions References HELP? Attitudes Towards Care and Assistive Technologies from the Perspective of People with Disabilities Abstract 1 Introduction 2 State of the Art 3 Methodology 3.1 Sample 4 Results 5 Discussion 6 Conclusion and Future Work References China’s Efforts to Information Service for Visual-Impaired People Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Related Work 3 China’s Efforts 3.1 China Braille Press 3.2 China Digital Library for Visual Impairment 3.3 Sunshine Screen Reader 3.4 SunshineReader 4 Conclusions Acknowledgments References Author Index The two-volume set LNCS 10896 and 10897 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 16th International Conference on Computers Helping People with Special Needs, ICCHP 2018, held in Linz, Austria, in July 2018. The 101 revised full papers and 78 short papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 356 submissions. The papers are organized in the following topical sections: Web accessibility in the connected world; accessibility and usability of mobile platforms for people with disabilities and elderly persons: design, development and engineering; accessible system/information/document design; accessible e-learning - e-learning for accessibility/AT; personalized access to TV, film, theatre, and music; digital games accessibility; accessibility and usability of self-service terminals, technologies and systems; universal learning design; motor and mobility disabilities: AT, HCI, care; empowerment of people with cognitive disabilities using digital technologies; augmented and alternative communication (AAC), supported speech; Art Karshmer lectures in access to mathematics, science and engineering; environmental sensing technologies for visual impairment; 3D printing in the domain of assistive technologies (AT) and do it yourselves (DIY) AT; tactile graphics and models for blind people and recognition of shapes by touch; access to artworks and its mediation by and for visually impaired people; digital navigation for people with visual impairments; low vision and blindness: human computer interaction; future perspectives for ageing well: AAL tools, products, services; mobile healthcare and m-health apps for people with disabilities; and service and information provision