Presentation
Navigation Assistance via Haptic Technology for Blind or Low-Vision Users: A Scoping Review
DescriptionWith at least 2.2 billion people facing challenges due to vision impairment, advancements in haptic technology have been explored as an effective, alternate avenue to provide support in aspects such as accessible navigation. A scoping review was conducted to investigate the recent literature on haptic technology used to guide blind or low-vision users to a destination, focusing on 28 articles that were identified using the PRISMA method. Results revealed a focus on the methods of haptic input, specifically benefits and gaps in hands-free and hand-held devices. Several studies utilized advantages of employing a multimodal feedback approach with audio to better convey navigation information, while explorations of the performance of different types of haptic feedback were also discussed. Overall, this study provides insights into recent advancements in haptic design, which can assist researchers in improving developments toward inclusive navigation technology for blind or low-vision individuals.
Event Type
Lecture
TimeThursday, October 16th11:50am - 12:10pm CDT
LocationGrand E/F
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