AsTeRICS Grid

Description

Open‑Source Web Communication Grid (AAC)

Overview

The AsTeRICS Grid application provides a versatile grid system suitable for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), smart home control, and as a web radio or YouTube player.

Key Advantages

• Offers an affordable alternative to costly AAC solutions.
• Features a fully accessible YouTube player that surpasses many premium products.

Development & Funding

• The project is entirely free and open source.
• It is developed under research initiatives at UAS Technikum Wien, primarily funded by the City of Vienna (MA23).

Technical Stack

• User interface built with Vue.js.
• Backend powered by PouchDB/CouchDB.