"It will be simpler than a glove, and less obtrusive. Little Rock, a research team from the University of Nevada, Reno, and the University of Arkansas, are developing a robotic glove, which will enable blind and visually impaired people to "see" objects they are reaching for. The glove works by allowing the wearer to make use of its fitted tactile and temperature sensors, and high resolution and miniaturised cameras in order to sense the location, size and shape of objects and have this information relayed to them via haptic and audio feedback. This is not just about helping those with disabilities but also for everyday users who may be unable or unwilling to reach out their hand when using touch screens.
Little Rock, a research team from the University of Nevada, Reno, and the University of Arkansas, are developing a robotic glove, which will enable blind and visually impaired people to "see" objects they are reaching for. The glove works by allowing the wearer to make use of its fitted tactile and temperature sensors, and high resolution and miniaturised cameras in order to sense the location, size and shape of objects and have this information relayed to them via haptic and audio feedback. This is not just about helping those with disabilities but also for everyday users who may be unable or unwilling to reach out their hand when using touch screens.