Smart pedestrian crossing for the blind and visually impaired

Abstract

The aim of our research is to promote equal opportunities for the blind and visually impaired. It is indisputable that they can encounter challenges even in everyday traffic situations. An environment which is not unobstructed can make it impossible for a visually impaired person to approach it unaided. They are only able to use it independently when strict conditions are met in pedestrian crossing points without traffic control equipment. SafeXOne [1] is a smart pedestrian crossing system designed for roads without traffic control equipment. Our goal was to design an addition that supports the visually impaired in their orientation, mainly through a voice-based solution. It would allow for the proper recognition of the crossing point, i.e., the orientation of the individual. We want to help the visually impaired with supplemental light signals as well. In addition, we use the basic warning signals of the SafeXOne system to enhance security.

The aim of our research is to promote equal opportunities for the blind and visually impaired. It is indisputable that they can encounter challenges even in everyday traffic situations. An environment which is not unobstructed can make it impossible for a visually impaired person to approach it unaided. They are only able to use it independently when strict conditions are met in pedestrian crossing points without traffic control equipment. SafeXOne [1] is a smart pedestrian crossing system designed for roads without traffic control equipment. Our goal was to design an addition that supports the visually impaired in their orientation, mainly through a voice-based solution. It would allow for the proper recognition of the crossing point, i.e., the orientation of the individual. We want to help the visually impaired with supplemental light signals as well. In addition, we use the basic warning signals of the SafeXOne system to enhance security.