AI-Based Indian Currency Detection for Visually Challenged Users
S. Shopika, A S Senthil Velan, Dharun Prakash SR, S Pavithra, R Poornima Lakshmi, R. Ponnusamy · 2024
For denomination recognition, this Indian Currency Detection System will use a CNN trained on an extremely large and diverse set of Indian banknotes from $$ 10 to $$ 2000. It possesses an amicable interface through which images can be captured using the camera of the user's smartphone, providing real-time audio feedback to denominate the banknote without requiring any visual assistance. Made with the features of capturing an image, real-time recognition, and user-friendly design, these are made to add a great experience for smooth navigation by a blind person. The novel and innovative features make this Indian Currency Detection System unique. Using CNN, which has been trained on the comprehensive set of Indian banknotes from $$10 to $$2000, the software lets a user capture banknote image directly by the smartphone camera. It allows knowing the denomination through real-time audio feedback without any visual assistance. Such characteristics include image capture, real-time identification, and designing user-friendly user interfaces that make easy navigation of the surroundings possible for the visually impaired. It does more than detect currency. It significantly contributes to the discussion regarding the development and availability of more assistive technologies. It is usable and aims to bring about greater accessibility and inclusivity in promoting financial independence among visually impaired people. Contributing to the ability of cash transactions among the visually impaired to gain confidence in freedom and security, this project aligns with a broader discussion related to assistive technologies.