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    • Computer Vision
    • Human-Computer Interaction
    • Assistive Technology

    Background:

    • Three-dimensional (3D) reconstruction technology offers new avenues for object perception by the blind or visually impaired (BVI).
    • Existing methods may lack the precision or tactile suitability required for effective cognitive learning.
    • There is a need for accessible systems that leverage realistic virtual objects for BVI education.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop and evaluate a virtual object shape recognition system (VOSRS) tailored for BVI.
    • To enhance the object shape cognitive abilities of BVI through interactive 3D virtual objects and haptic feedback.
    • To improve the precision and tactile quality of 3D object reconstruction for BVI.

    Main Methods:

    • Proposed an improved 3D Gaussian Splatting (3DGS) method for precise 3D object reconstruction, focusing on reducing artifacts and iteration time.
    • Introduced a mesh extraction technique to generate smooth, hole-free 3D mesh models from 3D Gaussian representations, optimized for tactile perception.
    • Developed an interactive system integrating haptic rendering of the 3D mesh models for continuous touch-based shape learning.

    Main Results:

    • The improved 3DGS method demonstrated enhanced reconstruction quality, reduced spikes and artifacts, and faster processing.
    • The mesh extraction method successfully produced smooth 3D models suitable for continuous touch perception without holes.
    • User experiments confirmed the VOSRS's effectiveness in enabling BVI to learn and recognize virtual object shapes via force feedback.

    Conclusions:

    • The VOSRS effectively facilitates object shape learning for BVI through tactile interaction with realistic virtual objects.
    • The combination of advanced 3D reconstruction and haptic feedback represents a significant advancement in assistive technology for BVI.
    • The developed system and methods provide a promising tool for improving cognitive abilities and independence for BVI.