Technion develops mapping system to assist blind in navigating cities

While similar solutions do exist in the marketplace today, the research surrounding said solutions is currently limited in scope from where it needs to be.

https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/technion-develops-mapping-system-to-assist-blind-in-navigating-cities-640569

Israeli-Developed, Voice-Operated Mapping System Can Make Visually Impaired Independent

About 40 million visually impaired people live around the globe, forced to cope every day with challenges, especially when they have to cope with getting around. When walking, various environmental features pose danger – stairs, bicycles and cars, physical obstacles on the sidewalk, and more.

https://www.israel365news.com/157586/israeli-developed-voice-operated-mapping-system-can-make-visually-impaired-independent-on-the-ground/

Israeli Scientists Develop Mapping System for Blind Pedestrians

Israeli scientists at the Technion, the Israeli Institute of Technology in Haifa have developed an innovative mapping system for blind pedestrians.

https://www.jewishpress.com/news/on-campus/israeli-scientists-develop-mapping-system-for-blind-pedestrians/2020/08/30/

?חוקרים פרטיים”: טכנולוגיה שבכיס תסייע לעיוורים”

https://www.ynet.co.il/articles/0,7340,L-5673933,00.html

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