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Work item: YSTR.Acc-Tools
Subject/title: Tools for accessible interactions in IoT-enabled immersive environments and virtual worlds for smart sustainable cities and communities
Status: Under study 
Approval process: Agreement
Type of work item: Technical report
Version: New
Equivalent number: -
Timing: 2027-Q1 (Medium priority)
Liaison: ITU-T Q1/21, IRG-AVA, JCA-AHF, JCA-MV, ISO/IEC JTC1 SC35, SC6, ASTAP EG AU
Supporting members: UAB, Korea (Rep. of), China Unicom
Summary: The draft Technical Report introduces an interaction framework for accessible virtual environments in the citiverse, describing key interaction components that enable inclusive user experiences. It maps out key technologies, from hand tracking and haptics to brain-computer interfaces, and their relevance for designing user-centric, accessible environments. It explains how users perceive, navigate, and interact with virtual environments through mechanisms such as proprioception, object manipulation, communication, consent management, environmental customization, contextual guidance, and session persistence. The draft Technical Report emphasizes that these interaction elements must be designed with accessibility, usability, and interoperability in mind, allowing users with diverse abilities to participate effectively. It also highlights the importance of user-centric design, assistive technology compatibility, and adherence to international standards (e.g., ISO, W3C, WCAG) to ensure reliable, secure, and inclusive interactions. Overall, the Technical Report provides a structured model for designing accessible human–system interactions in AI-powered virtual worlds.
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Yong-Jick LEE, Editor
Pilar ORERO, Editor
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