Development of a Portable Two-Way Communication and Information Device for Deafblind People

Ozioko, O. and Hersh, M. A. (2015) Development of a Portable Two-Way Communication and Information Device for Deafblind People. In: 13th AAATE Conference, Budapest, Hungary, 9-12 Sept 2015, pp. 518-525.

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Abstract

This paper presents research on the development of a wearable two-way communication and information device for deafblind people who use tactile communications methods, namely the British deafblind manual alphabet and/or Braille. The device has two components: a glove worn by the deafblind person and a handheld display with keypad to be used by their hearing and sighted communication partner. Users can send messages using pressure sensors embedded in the glove and receive them by means of vibration on the palm. The two components are linked by Bluetooth and the use of Bluetooth to communicate with computers, mobile phones and other Bluetooth enabled devices is being investigated. The design was informed by feedback obtained from a survey of deafblind people and interviews with staff in two organisations for deafblind people. Research and development of the device is still ongoing.

Item Type:Conference Proceedings
Additional Information:Published in Studies in Health Technology and Informatics, v. 217
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Ozioko, Mr Oliver and Hersh, Dr Marion
Authors: Ozioko, O., and Hersh, M. A.
College/School:College of Science and Engineering > School of Engineering
College of Science and Engineering > School of Engineering > Biomedical Engineering
ISSN:0926-9630
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