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Novel Framework for Outdoor Mobility Assistance and Auditory Display for Visually Impaired People

Wasiq Khan, Abir Hussain, Bilal Khan, Raheel Nawaz, Thar Baker
2019 2019 12th International Conference on Developments in eSystems Engineering (DeSE)  
Outdoor mobility of Visually Impaired People (VIPs) has always been challenging due to the dynamically varying scenes and environmental states.  ...  In this paper, we propose an intelligent wearable auditory display framework that will process real-time video and multi-sensor data streams to: a) identify the type of obstacles, b) recognize the surrounding  ...  ACKNOWLEDGMENT The authors wish to thank Silent Taker Ltd. and Macular Society for their valuable discussions on the proposed framework.  ... 
doi:10.1109/dese.2019.00183 dblp:conf/dese/KhanHKNB19 fatcat:63jonkur4zemvilhltocman32a

TactiBelt: Integrating Spatial Cognition and Mobility Theories into the Design of a Novel Orientation and Mobility Assistive Device for the Blind [chapter]

Marc-Aurèle Riviere, Simon Gay, Edwige Pissaloux
2018 Lecture Notes in Computer Science  
The aim of this paper is to introduce a novel functional design for an indoor and outdoor mobility assistive device for the visually impaired, based on the theoretical frameworks of mobility and spatial  ...  The paper is organized as follows: section 1 gives a brief overview of the sensory substitution framework, while sections 2 & 3 introduce the importance of navigation and spatial cognition models for the  ...  By allowing them to regain access to parts of their Umwelt, SSDs improve how well Visually Impaired People (VIP) can interact with the world, restoring their sense of autonomy, control, and safety [3]  ... 
doi:10.1007/978-3-319-94274-2_16 fatcat:vdvdxrfti5fblmoc4lz4bfdpgq

Haptic Assistive Bracelets for Blind Skier Guidance

Marco Aggravi, Gionata Salvietti, Domenico Prattichizzo
2016 Proceedings of the 7th Augmented Human International Conference 2016 on - AH '16  
Such activities can be really important for people with disability as well, and their increase is paramount in the well-being and assistive care system.  ...  In this work, we aim at improving the communication between the instructor and a visual impaired subject during skiing.  ...  HAPtics for humans and robots".  ... 
doi:10.1145/2875194.2875249 dblp:conf/aughuman/AggraviSP16 fatcat:rzybfwnsdjd6rj33bfusqcxfn4

GIS and people with visual impairments or blindness: Exploring the potential for education, orientation, and navigation

R DAN JACOBSON, ROBERT M KITCHIN
1997 Transactions on GIS  
We argue that adapted 'GIS hold much promise for implicitly improving the quality of life for visually impaired people by increasing mobility and independence.  ...  In this paper, we explore the ways that GIS have been, and might be, adapted for use by people with visual impairments or blindness.  ...  For people with visual impairments or Table 1 .  ... 
doi:10.1111/j.1467-9671.1997.tb00060.x fatcat:elalz7vxbndefjbzxvghh2gekq

Mobile assistive technologies for the visually impaired

Lilit Hakobyan, Jo Lumsden, Dympna O'Sullivan, Hannah Bartlett
2013 Survey of ophthalmology  
We review research and innovation within the field of mobile assistive technology for the visually impaired and, in so doing, highlight the need for successful collaboration between clinical expertise,  ...  We then discuss innovative assistive applications designed for the visually impaired that are either delivered via mainstream devices and can be used while in motion (e.g., mobile phones) or are embedded  ...  A similar mobile assistant has been developed for orienting visually-impaired people within a Metrobus environment 69 .  ... 
doi:10.1016/j.survophthal.2012.10.004 pmid:24054999 fatcat:ztgeb26tivhunhnoqubjhrw6ku

Image and Video Processing for Visually Handicapped People

Thierry Pun, Patrick Roth, Guido Bologna, Konstantinos Moustakas, Dimitrios Tzovaras
2007 EURASIP Journal on Image and Video Processing  
This paper reviews the state of the art in the field of assistive devices for sight-handicapped people.  ...  It concentrates in particular on systems that use image and video processing for converting visual data into an alternate rendering modality that will be appropriate for a blind user.  ...  Another very important issue is the development of orientation, mobility, and navigation aiding tools for the visually impaired.  ... 
doi:10.1186/1687-5281-2007-025214 fatcat:iangubhn4nbapfr4lt3trnkwku

Image and Video Processing for Visually Handicapped People

Thierry Pun, Patrick Roth, Guido Bologna, Konstantinos Moustakas, Dimitrios Tzovaras
2007 EURASIP Journal on Image and Video Processing  
This paper reviews the state of the art in the field of assistive devices for sight-handicapped people.  ...  It concentrates in particular on systems that use image and video processing for converting visual data into an alternate rendering modality that will be appropriate for a blind user.  ...  Another very important issue is the development of orientation, mobility, and navigation aiding tools for the visually impaired.  ... 
doi:10.1155/2007/25214 fatcat:ydrsdk75i5hqtnepdkyq4te7cu

Use of Augmented Reality in Human Wayfinding: A Systematic Review [article]

Zhiwen Qiu, Armin Mostafavi, Saleh Kalantari
2023 arXiv   pre-print
Some studies suggest little impact of AR on improving outdoor navigational performance, and certain information modalities may be distracting and ineffective.  ...  Augmented reality technology has emerged as a promising solution to assist with wayfinding difficulties, bridging the gap between obtaining navigational assistance and maintaining an awareness of one's  ...  ., 2019 Visual effects of turning point and travel direction for outdoor navigation using a head-mounted display.  ... 
arXiv:2311.11923v1 fatcat:c7i6yzebhbaojiajjweutppaly

2020 Index IEEE Transactions on Human-Machine Systems Vol. 50

2020 IEEE Transactions on Human-Machine Systems  
., +, THMS Dec. 2020 623-627 Supporting Multitracking Performance With Novel Visual, Auditory, and Tactile Displays.  ...  ., +, THMS Dec. 2020 613-622 Supporting Multitracking Performance With Novel Visual, Auditory, and Tactile Displays.  ... 
doi:10.1109/thms.2020.3033957 fatcat:6ev3q7aqufe5lkxc3kihrhvauq

A Binary Object Detection Pattern Model to Assist the Visually Impaired in detecting Normal and Camouflaged Faces

S. Sajini, B. Pushpa
2024 Engineering, Technology & Applied Science Research  
The object recognition time interval and duration were recorded and stored permanently in a database, and the information was communicated to the visually impaired user as voice output.  ...  The proposed method of normal and camouflage detection is a novel prediction with proximity analysis of objects in a frame.  ...  This will make it easier for visually impaired people to find employment, as they can record and keep visitor information on hand [4] .  ... 
doi:10.48084/etasr.6631 fatcat:jyafpsh3qfhern7klqzqhp4dwi

NAVIG: augmented reality guidance system for the visually impaired

Brian F. G. Katz, Slim Kammoun, Gaëtan Parseihian, Olivier Gutierrez, Adrien Brilhault, Malika Auvray, Philippe Truillet, Michel Denis, Simon Thorpe, Christophe Jouffrais
2012 Virtual Reality  
Navigating complex routes and finding objects of interest are challenging tasks for the visually impaired.  ...  This system was developed in relation to guidance directives developed through participative design with potential users and educators for the visually impaired.  ...  Acknowledgments The NAVIG consortium includes IRIT, LIMSI, CerCo, SpikeNet Technology, NAVOCAP, CESDV -Institute for Young Blind, and the community of Grand Toulouse.  ... 
doi:10.1007/s10055-012-0213-6 fatcat:gq67mbayjnh63k3f4gzzv4gk64

A Systematic Review of Wearable Devices for Orientation and Mobility of Adults with Visual Impairment and Blindness

Aline Darc Piculo Dos Santos, Ana Harumi Grota Suzuki, Fausto Orsi Medola, Atiyeh Vaezipour
2021 IEEE Access  
These results have important implications for developing wearable devices for the safe mobility of visually impaired people.  ...  This systematic review aimed to explore existing literature on technologies used in wearable devices intended to provide independent and safe mobility for visually impaired people.  ...  for mobility and/or orientation of visually impaired people.  ... 
doi:10.1109/access.2021.3132887 fatcat:t3ote4iehvdlnglh3cv77bmuie

VisiSense: A Comprehensive IOT-based Assistive Technology System for Enhanced Navigation Support for the Visually Impaired

Bhasha Pydala, T. Pavan Kumar, K. Khaja Baseer
2024 Scalable Computing : Practice and Experience  
The field of visually impaired assistive technology looks for novel approaches to enhance independence and navigation.  ...  Developing a sophisticated framework for assistive technology that significantly enhances visually impaired navigation is the goal of this research.  ...  This review looks at studies that suggest novel ways to improve navigation for people with vision impairments, ultimately raising their quality of life.  ... 
doi:10.12694/scpe.v25i2.2619 fatcat:lxcnwm3cb5ffhibkuo2ykdepdq

Camera-Based Signage Detection and Recognition for Blind Persons [chapter]

Shuihua Wang, Yingli Tian
2012 Lecture Notes in Computer Science  
Signage plays an important role for wayfinding and navigation to assist blind people accessing unfamiliar environments.  ...  In this paper, we present a novel camera-based approach to automatically detect and recognize restroom signage from surrounding environments.  ...  Acknowledgement This work was supported by NIH 1R21EY020990, NSF grants IIS-0957016 and EFRI-1137172.  ... 
doi:10.1007/978-3-642-31534-3_3 fatcat:7c3ukjndv5fkpczjnlyhjcruqy

Navigation and space perception assistance for the visually impaired: The NAVIG project

S. Kammoun, G. Parseihian, O. Gutierrez, A. Brilhault, A. Serpa, M. Raynal, B. Oriola, M.J.-M. Macé, M. Auvray, M. Denis, S.J. Thorpe, P. Truillet (+2 others)
2012 IRBM  
Navigation, especially in unknown areas, remains a major problem for the visually impaired (VI).  ...  The NAVIG project aims to answer all these limitations through a participatory design framework with the VI and orientation and mobility instructors.  ...  Acknowledgments This work was supported by the French National Research Agency (ANR) through the TecSan program (project NAVIG ANR-08-TECS-011) and the Midi-Pyrénées region through the APRRTT program.  ... 
doi:10.1016/j.irbm.2012.01.009 fatcat:t7oyqv3pkvcjjor2b4mvki7rfy
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