Difference between revisions of "Sensory Substitution Technology"

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Revision as of 18:45, 26 January 2023

Introduction

Sensory substitution technology is a growing field of research that aims to compensate for the loss or impairment of one sense, with heightened signals being sent to another. This could take the form of devices converting visual signals to auditory cues or auditory signals to tactile patterns.

History

Sensory Substitution

Visual to Auditory

Web browser extensions: Audio eye Accessibe UserWay

Softwares NavCog Alt Text

Physical Devices Smart glasses: Pivothead, Aira vOICe

Visual to Tactile

Auditory to Visual

Auditory to Tactile

Auditory to Visual

Ethical Concerns

Accessibility

Data Privacy

Limited Effectiveness

Lack of Regulation

Controversies

Legislation

Future