Biophysical substitution of a microcontroller module for personalized tactile navigation systems for people with visual impairments
Abstract
The paper presents an approach to building a personal navigation system for people with visual impairments, based on a combination of computer vision and haptic feedback methods. The architecture of the system is proposed, which uses a smartphone sensor platform and a modified glove with vibration motors as a means of providing spatial information. The biophysical foundations of tactile perception are considered, on the basis of which the requirements for the frequency range, location of the motors and the structure of the vibration signal are formulated. The proposed system is scalable, energy-efficient and suitable for daily use in conditions of limited infrastructure.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Tactile and Sensory Interactions
Assistive Technology in Communication and Mobility
Teleoperation and Haptic Systems
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Optoelectronic Information-Power Technologies
- Volume
- 50
- Issue
- 2
- Pages
- 215–222
- Publication date
- 12 January 2026
- Language
- UK