Vision-Z: AI Based Aiding Device for Visually Impaired and Blind People

Abstract

Traditionally, a visually impaired person uses a white cane as a tool for directing them while moving or walking. Although, this cane is useful, it cannot guarantee high level of protection of blind person away from all obstacles and help them in self-navigating in complex environments. Mostly such handheld devices aim at utilizing the sensory ability of the person. Smart Assistive devices are the current technological development in finding easier navigation solutions for visually impaired people, as these devices provide solutions that work in both indoor and outdoor environments leading to a much-improved life quality. This research focuses on a wearable assistive device for the blind. This project introduces a smart assistive device that provides complete autonomy to the visually impaired people by providing detection and recognition of objects and people around them. It also monitors the health of the person. This multipurpose system is designed to help the blind person to navigate alone safely and to avoid any obstacles that may be encountered, whether fixed or mobile, to prevent any possible accident. The device provides audio output for every functionality. The system is designed to be convenient and accessible, so that visually impaired person can operate it easily. By this project, we aim to provide a unique, cost effective and completely upgraded system for visually impaired people.