Delivering tons of information, even to the visually impaired
Developing new methods, in cooperation with an organization for people with physical challengesMultilingual Content Platform
Kobe Lighthouse
Universal Design for the Visually Impaired
Implementation
1.
We set touch points of a globally standardized design, braille, and tactile paving to trigger speech information. Including NFC and RFID, contact-type technologies are utilized, we strive to create a whole world where anyone can access information.
2.
From GPS or location information via beacons, a wearable device (via the app) transmits information about the area when entering it through transmitting vibrations. Users can listen to voice instruction through headphones for all kinds of information. The contents can be chosen, and information can be acquired.