Sonar System For The Blind
Sonar System For The Blind
15:43 26-06-2008; source: www.sciencedaily.com
Animals use echolocation for hunting and navigation, but visually impaired humans also employ echolocation as part of their orienting repertoire while navigating the world. There are a few rare individuals who can echolocate very well without assistance. However, researchers at Boston University have developed a prototype device that can enhance auditory cues while navigating an environment.
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