Empowering navigation for the visually impaired through Augmented Reality

Vision loss and visual impairment have long been a significant concern for human well-being amid an increasingly aging population. In a collaborative effort by researchers from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and The University of Waterloo, they have invented a groundbreaking device that utilizes Augmented Reality (AR) technology, revolutionizing navigation for visually impaired individuals on their world. This device offers them a newfound sense of independence and freedom. The research project “Augmented Reality Obstacle Detection” (ObstAR), is led by Prof. Allen Cheong, Associate Head (National and International Engagement) and Read More

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