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  • Geographic Information Science
  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Assistive Technology

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  • Creating accessible indoor navigation aids remains a challenge.
  • Existing tactile maps often lack multi-scale representation or on-demand generation capabilities.
  • 3D scanning technology offers new possibilities for detailed environmental mapping.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce a novel tool, the multi-scale embossed map authoring tool (M-EMAT), for generating customized tactile maps of indoor environments.
  • To enable the on-demand production of tactile maps at various spatial scales.
  • To provide an easy-to-use solution for creating accurate tactile representations of complex building interiors.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizing building structural layouts and 3D-scanned interior data as input.
  • Developing an authoring tool (M-EMAT) capable of rendering tactile maps at multiple spatial scales.
  • Implementing algorithms for accurate geometric representation and embossing.

Main Results:

  • Successful generation of multi-scale tactile maps for indoor environments.
  • Demonstrated ease of use and accuracy, even for complex building structures.
  • On-demand map production tailored to specific user needs (building overview, specific area, room interior).

Conclusions:

  • M-EMAT provides a versatile and accurate solution for creating customized tactile maps.
  • The tool enhances accessibility and navigation within indoor environments.
  • On-demand, multi-scale tactile map generation is feasible and beneficial for complex spaces.