AudioTrek was developed through collaboration between Sonalux, members of the Transformation North West and Pulse Systems, a startup company based in Liverpool at the Sensor City hub, whose specialisation is in manufacturing sensor technology and IoT. The project aimed to produce a sensor-based assistive device prototype for people with visual impairments. Our goal was to develop a new assistive device integrating functions such as colour identification, long-distance range finder, obstacle proximity, asset tag (e.g., QR code) and motion detection.
This device could be useful for home use or supplied as an assistance device at cultural events. For example, in a gallery setting, it would be possible for the device to identify tags and orientated the user in space (e.g., exit, toilets, etc), and/or give information about an artwork on display.
