MULTISENSOR STRATEGIES TO SUPPORT BLIND

PEOPLE: A CLEAR-PATH INDICATOR

Abstract :

The development of electronic sensing devices for the visually

impaired requires knowledge of the needs and abilities of this class of
people. In this project we present a rough analysis that can be used to
properly define the criteria to be adopted for the design of such
devices. In particular, attention will be focused on clear-path
indicators, highlighting their role in orientation and mobility tasks. A
new device belonging to this class is presented. The detector is based
on a multisensor strategy and adopts smart signal processing to
provide the user with suitable information about the position of objects
hindering his or her path. Experimental trials demonstrate the
efficiency of the device developed.

Project Description :

In this project of “Multisensor Strategies to Support Blind

People: A Clear-Path Indicator” we propose a system which can
detect obstacles for the blind people. In this new system we increase
the range of the operating device to about 40 to 240cm which is
possible only through obstacle Sensors. Here We are using ultrasonic
sensor for detecting the obstacle. Ultrasonic Receiver is placed in the
spectacle. And the transmitter placed in the walking stick. When the
obstacle detect the receiver receives the signal from the transmitter.
And indicate by voice. Two sensors are placed in the right and left side
of the stick. For any obstacle detected we warn the person through
Voice Board which gives warning for left and right side.
Block Diagram :
Ultrasonic
Sensor
Signal
Ultrasonic Processing Voice
Sensor Board
Micro
Obstacle Controller
Sensor
Unit Power
Supply

Hardware Used :

 Obstacle Sensor.
 Microcontroller.

 Signal Processing.
  Voice Board.

 Power Supply.
 Ultrasonic Transmitter & Receiver

Software Used :

 Embedded C.
 Keil Cross Compiler.