INNOVATIVE ULTRASONIC SMART GLASSES: ENHANCING MOBILITY AND SAFETY FOR THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED
Jagannath Kannale, Sangappa K Rajeshwar, Basavaraj R B, G Shweta, Archana · Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) · 2023
This article introduces an innovative assistive device designed to empower visually impaired individuals with enhanced mobility and safety. The device, comprising a pair of smart glasses, an obstacle detection module, a processing unit, an output component, and a power supply, offers a comprehensive solution for obstacle avoidance. The obstacle detection module, housing an ultrasonic sensor, collaborates with the processing unit, driven by a control module, to efficiently identify obstacles in the user’s path. Subsequently, the output device, a buzzer, communicates obstacle information to the user. This portable, lightweight, and affordable device has the potential to significantly improve the lives of visually impaired individuals by providing them with an accessible, user-friendly means to navigate their surroundings and avoid hindrances.