Tag: visual impairment
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Proximity Pal: VIU students’ wearable aid for vision
VIU students pioneer a wearable safety aid for the visually impaired At Vancouver Island University, a project that began as a classroom assignment has blossomed into a tangible tool aimed at increasing independence for people with visual impairments. The Proximity Pal is a compact, chest-worn device designed to act as an early warning system, alerting…
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VIU Students Create Proximity Pal: A Wearable Tech Aid for the Visually Impaired
A New Assistive Tech Idea Takes Shape at VIU Vancouver Island University (VIU) students are turning classroom curiosity into a practical tool that could improve safety and independence for people with visual impairments. The Proximity Pal is a compact, chest-worn device designed to act as an early warning system, alerting users to nearby obstacles through…
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VIU students debut Proximity Pal: wearable tech aiding navigation for the visually impaired
VIU Students Create a Smart Warning System for Visual Impairment Two Vancouver Island University (VIU) students are turning classroom theory into a practical aid for people with visual impairments. The Proximity Pal is a compact, chest-worn device designed to act as an early warning system, nudging users with vibrations when obstacles are detected within close…