An inexpensive and portable talking-tactile terminal for the visually handicapped

Area of Science:

• Computer Science
• Assistive Technology
• Human-Computer Interaction

Background:

• Visually handicapped individuals face significant challenges interacting with standard computing hardware.
• Existing assistive technologies are often expensive, not portable, and limited in their application.

Purpose of the Study:

• To introduce a novel terminal device designed to overcome the limitations of current assistive technologies for visually handicapped computer users.
• To present a solution that is affordable, portable, and versatile.

Main Methods:

• Development of a new terminal device prototype tailored for visually impaired users.
• User testing and feedback integration within the development cycle.

Main Results:

• A functional prototype is currently being utilized by a visually handicapped programmer.
• The device aims to provide a more accessible and efficient computer interface.

Conclusions:

• The developed terminal device offers a promising solution for visually handicapped computer users.
• Further development and milestones are planned to enhance the device's capabilities and accessibility.