Accessibility Object Model (AOM) Integration

Summary

Programmatic manipulation of the accessibility tree to support complex custom controls in React.

Key Capabilities

• Manage ARIA live regions for dynamic content updates.
• Implement focus management for complex composite widgets.
• Map semantic relationships using aria-owns and aria-controls.

PhD-Level Challenges

• Verify AOM state consistency with the visual DOM.
• Handle accessibility announcements during concurrent updates.
• Test screen reader compatibility across disjoint DOM structures.

Acceptance Criteria

• Pass WCAG 2.1 AA audits for complex widgets.
• Demonstrate correct screen reader announcements for async loads.
• Provide keyboard navigation flow diagrams.