assistive technology
Noun
Meaning
assistive technology (plural assistive technologies)
umbrella term that includes adaptive, assistive, and rehabilitative devices for people with disabilities
Examples
Assistive technology in sport A New York City Marathon competitor uses a racing wheelchair Assistive technology in sport is an area of technology design that is growing.
Assistive technology is the array of new devices created to enable sports enthusiasts who have disabilities to play.
Diane Golden, director of technical assistance at the Center for Assistive Technology Act Data Assistance, said a digital interface is what's necessary to truly make voting more accessible.