Importance and Benefits of Universal Design and Co-Design
Universal design and co-design are essential approaches for fully integrating people with disabilities into innovation and project...
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Lucie Pantera
Apr 102 min read
The Cadence Tablet
Recently, a revolutionary tablet for the visually impaired was introduced in Lafayette, Indiana. Tactile Engineering, the company behind...
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The ABILITY Team
Feb 131 min read
A technological revolution for the visually impaired
Regaining sight through a haptic belt will soon be possible thanks to the startup Artha France. The company has been working for years on...
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The ABILITY Team
Feb 72 min read
Sight and Sound Technology for Visually Impaired
Sight and Sound Technology Company in the UK is not only known for its top-notch audiovisual products and services but also for its...
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The ABILITY Team
Jan 181 min read
Br'eye, the fun way to learn Braille
Handi Exceller came up with the "Br'eye" device in response to a specific problem: to offer independent, fun and inclusive learning of...
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The ABILITY Team
Jan 161 min read
Benefits of a low-cost full page refreshable Braille display
Low-cost full-page refreshable Braille displays offer several benefits for blind people. They provide: Affordability: Making Braille...
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The ABILITY Team
Jan 112 min read
Making Scientific Content Accessible for Blind People: The Potential of the ABILITY Project
In 2025, Directive 2019/882 will enter into force, requiring EU member states to ensure that electronic publications are accessible to...
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bangfutao
Jan 42 min read
Introduction to Braille Mathematics
Unified English Braille (UEB) is the standard Braille code used for English-speaking countries. When it comes to math, UEB includes...
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The ABILITY Team
Jan 21 min read
New co-design workshop with blind users in France
Consortium members regularly organize workshops and co-construction sessions with visually impaired, blind and deaf-blind users. At the...
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The ABILITY Team
Dec 18, 20231 min read
AI-based image analysis for the Blind and Visually Impaired (BVI) community
Our ongoing project ABILITY is making strides in enhancing digital accessibility for the Blind and Visually Impaired (BVI) community....
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The ABILITY Team
Dec 18, 20231 min read
Artificial Intelligence for People with Visual Impairments
On Thursday 28 September, at the engaging "Hirn vom Hahn" event - a forum where scientists and enthusiasts gather to share their latest...
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The ABILITY Team
Dec 13, 20231 min read
An Estonian-based company develops a haptic head cap that allows visually impaired people to “see”
At the symposium of Haptic for Inclusion held at the University of Borås, Sweden, Estonia’s 7sense showcased the revolutionary HapCap....
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Rohit Ail
Feb 27, 20232 min read
Predictive Text for Visually Impaired: Improving Accessibility in Technology
Predictive text is a common feature in most modern communication devices, but it presents unique challenges for blind individuals....
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