GPS Techology Helps The Blind
Interesting story over at CNN that talks of the future integration of GPS along with other technologies to help the blind navigate outside and inside. The basic idea is to use GPS navigation along with sonar and cameras to navigate around obstacles and through the maze-like interior of buildings. The idea is not to replace guide dogs or canes, but to supplement so that the world of the blind can expand. This capability goes beyond the technology we posted earlier this year that only dealt with navigation outdoors. Either way, it's all a very cool development and use of GPS.
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Posted by Scott Martin at October 12, 2006 9:20 AM
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