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  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Assistive Technology
  • Artificial Intelligence

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  • Tactile maps offer spatial information for the blind and visually impaired but have data limitations.
  • Digitally augmented tactile maps use audio feedback to enhance tactile information.
  • Existing systems lack dynamic, question-answering capabilities for tactile map exploration.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore an embodied interaction paradigm augmenting tactile maps with Large Language Models (LLMs).
  • To enable users to ask arbitrary questions and receive audio answers about map content.
  • To evaluate the usability and user experience of this novel system.

Main Methods:

  • Developed a system integrating LLMs for conversational interaction with tactile maps.
  • Engineered LLM prompts to ensure reliable and relevant answers.
  • Conducted a user study with 10 participants to assess interaction, usability, and user experience.

Main Results:

  • Users can ask diverse questions about tactile map elements.
  • The LLM-powered system provides relevant audio feedback.
  • Initial evaluation indicates potential for improved spatial understanding and user engagement.

Conclusions:

  • Conversational AI augmentation offers a promising new way to interact with tactile maps.
  • This approach enhances accessibility and information retrieval for visually impaired users.
  • Further research can refine LLM integration for richer, more intuitive map interactions.