Project

Detection and multimodal presentation of indoor objects for visually impaired people

Acronym
RANGE-IT
Code
41Y01213
Duration
01 November 2013 → 31 October 2015
Funding
European funding: framework programme
Research disciplines
  • Engineering and technology
    • Sensors, biosensors and smart sensors
    • Other electrical and electronic engineering
Keywords
RANGE-IT
 
Project description

This project will develop the stand-alone wearable RANGE-IT prototype, which detecs and presents close range objects (<7 meter) to the user in any indoor space, Furthermore, specific reference points (e.g., stairs) will be identified. Based on individual needs and with respect to context, presentation of information will be in tactile and/or audio modality