A novel information sharing tool using new technologies: applied to a first responders use case

Abstract

First responders, in situation of intervention, need to share information with their environment. Today, they use specific professional devices whose ergonomics is similar to phones and handheld transceivers to share information. However, depending on the environment and operational conditions, it is uncomfortable to use this type of devices. Our work aims to combine the Ecological Interface Design (EID) approach with the use of new technologies in order to improve the experience of first responders, particularly in the case of information sharing. The main requirement to our system is that right information shall be pushed at the right moment and be easily accessible by the end-user. Therefore, our objective in this work is to develop information sharing interfaces that will allow first responders to communicate with each other, while having their hands free and focusing on their mission.