Prototype of an Audible Tool for Blind Based on Microcontroller

Martin M. Soto-Cordova, Fredy Criollo-Sanchez, Cristian Mosquera-Sanchez, Anderson Mujaico-Mariano

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Abstract

People with visual disabilities have the problem of their autonomous mobility between obstacles in the path. Thus, assistive technology can help neutralize or decrease this disability, consisting of portable and low-cost assistance elements for use by these visually impaired people. Therefore, in this paper the design and implementation of a help tool for blind people has been carried out using an Arduino-based microcontroller, with ultrasonic devices for obstacle detection and warning devices with various audible levels depending on the distance to the obstacle. In this way the blind person has the possibility of avoiding accidents by detecting obstructions before direct contact and improving their quality of life, with an practical element of easy use and low cost.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2020 IEEE Colombian Conference on Communications and Computing, COLCOM 2020 - Proceedings
EditorsFabian Esteban Martinez Lopez
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9781728187150
DOIs
StatePublished - Aug 2020
Externally publishedYes
Event2020 IEEE Colombian Conference on Communications and Computing, COLCOM 2020 - Barranquilla, Colombia
Duration: 7 Aug 20208 Aug 2020

Publication series

Name2020 IEEE Colombian Conference on Communications and Computing, COLCOM 2020 - Proceedings

Conference

Conference2020 IEEE Colombian Conference on Communications and Computing, COLCOM 2020
Country/TerritoryColombia
CityBarranquilla
Period7/08/208/08/20

Bibliographical note

Publisher Copyright:
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Keywords

  • arduino
  • blind people
  • microcontroller
  • ultrasonic sensor

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