Researchers from Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Schepens Eye Research Institute have developed a body worn device that can predict a chance of hitting an object. Visually impaired people use smart walking sticks and body worn sensors that detect nearby objects and avoid hitting obstacles. The technology was more annoying than helpful, as it would beep anytime anything was near. Rather than just being told that something is near, a truly smart proximity ...Saturday, 28 March 2015
Smart Walking Aid for the Visually Challenged
Researchers from Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Schepens Eye Research Institute have developed a body worn device that can predict a chance of hitting an object. Visually impaired people use smart walking sticks and body worn sensors that detect nearby objects and avoid hitting obstacles. The technology was more annoying than helpful, as it would beep anytime anything was near. Rather than just being told that something is near, a truly smart proximity ...
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