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The Need

285 million humans are visually impaired. 246 million low vision, 39 million blind. The elderly comprise 85% of the visually impaired. Navigation is heavily reliant on sight. The most popular solution is a White Cane. They’ve been around since WW1 and help users detect obstacles within 1 m of them by tapping or sweeping the cane from side to side. They can’t help with obstacles above the user’s waist.

The Solution

A lightweight, low-cost enhanced obstacle detection system that attaches to a user’s white cane and appropriately alerts the user of obstacles in their path. Seamless connection with a smartphone application for additional assistive features. Help users regain their independence safely and reliably.