Third Eye

• Published in: 2023 Intelligent Computing and Control for Engineering and Business Systems (ICCEBS) pp. 1 - 6
• Main Authors: Rajalakshmi, B., Prathicksha, S., Harsha, K., Varshini, M. Amritha, Anisha, T.
• Format: Conference Proceeding
• Language: English
• Published: IEEE 14.12.2023
• Subjects: Acoustics; auditory; Face recognition; facial recognition; Object detection; Real-time systems; Sensors; Tactile sensors; ultra sonic; Visual impairment
• DOI: 10.1109/ICCEBS58601.2023.10448602

This abstract presents an innovative approach to assist blind individuals in perceiving their surroundings through the integration of ultrasonic sensors and face recognition technology. By providing real-time object detection and facial recognition capabilities, the suggested system intends to improve the independence and mobility of visually impaired individuals. Ultrasonic sensors are utilized to detect objects within the user's vicinity. By emitting ultrasonic waves and analyzing the reflected signals, the system can determine the distance and approximate size of objects in the surrounding environment. This information is then translated into auditory or tactile feedback to provide the user with a comprehensive understanding of their surroundings. In addition to object detection, the system incorporates face recognition technology to enable blind individuals to recognize and identify people they encounter. Using a combination of image processing algorithms and machine learning techniques, facial features are analyzed, matched against a pre-existing database, and communicated to the user in a non-visual format.