Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) is a practical means of communication for people with language disabilities. In this study, we propose PicTalky, which is an AI-based AAC system that helps children with language developmental disabilities to improve their communication skills and language comprehension abilities. PicTalky can process both text and pictograms more accurately by connecting a series of neural-based NLP modules. Moreover, we perform quantitative and qualitative analyses on the essential features of PicTalky. It is expected that those suffering from language problems will be able to express their intentions or desires more easily and improve their quality of life by using this service. We have made the models freely available alongside a demonstration of the Web interface. Furthermore, we implemented robotics AAC for the first time by applying PicTalky to the NAO robot.
翻译:在这项研究中,我们提出PicTalky,这是一个以AI为基础的AAC系统,帮助语言发育障碍儿童提高他们的沟通技能和语言理解能力,PicTalky可以通过连接一系列基于神经的NLP模块,更准确地处理文本和象形图。此外,我们还对PicTalky的基本特征进行定量和定性分析,预计那些语言问题患者能够更容易地表达其意图或愿望,并通过使用这一服务提高生活质量。我们在展示网络界面的同时,免费提供模型。此外,我们首次将机器人AAC应用到NAO机器人上。