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A modified Perkins Brailler for text entry into windows applications.

David Gareth Evans1, Stephen Pettitt, Paul Blenkhorn

  • 1Department of Computation, UMIST, Manchester M60 1QD, UK.

IEEE Transactions on Neural Systems and Rehabilitation Engineering : a Publication of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society
|December 31, 2002
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This study adapts a Perkins Brailler to function as a personal computer keyboard. This innovative system enhances accessibility for computer users.

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Area of Science:

  • Assistive Technology
  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Disability Studies

Background:

  • The Perkins Brailler is a widely used device for producing braille.
  • Existing computer input methods may present challenges for individuals with visual impairments or certain motor disabilities.
  • Adaptation of existing assistive devices for new technological applications is an area of ongoing research.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the adaptation of a Perkins Brailler to serve as a personal computer keyboard.
  • To present the hardware and software components of the developed system.
  • To review prior related work in adapting braille devices for computer input.

Main Methods:

  • Modification of the Perkins Brailler's internal mechanisms.

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  • Development of custom hardware interfaces for computer connectivity.
  • Implementation of software drivers and mapping for braille input to computer commands.

    • Main Results:

    • Successful adaptation of the Perkins Brailler as a functional computer keyboard.
    • Demonstration of the integrated system's capability to input text and commands.
    • Identification of specific hardware and software configurations that enable this functionality.

    Conclusions:

    • The adapted Perkins Brailler offers a viable alternative input method for personal computers.
    • Further improvements can enhance the system's performance and user experience.
    • This work contributes to the field of assistive technology by repurposing established tools for modern computing.