Investigating The Issues of Blind People and Implementing The IoT in Their Day-To-Day Life
Investigating The Issues of Blind People and Implementing The IoT in Their Day-To-Day Life
Volume 8, Issue 8, August – 2023 International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology
ISSN No:-2456-2165
Investigating the Issues of Blind People and
Implementing the IoT in their Day-To-Day life
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Isha Salunkhe Dipika Harshad Mankar
Department of Information Technology Department of Computer Engineering
Cosmopolitian’s Valia C.L. College of Commerce Universal College of Engineering
Mumbai, India Mumbai, India
Abstract:- Visual impairment has traditionally been Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and
considered a barrier to human functioning, particularly in Full Participation) Act, 1995, and under the National
the domains of participation & economic production. Programme for Control of Blindness (NPCB), refers to a
However, with the development of Braille and other condition where a person suffers from any of the following:
assistive technologies, losing one's sight is no longer a the total absence of sight; visual acuity not exceeding 6/60 or
barrier to obtaining both an education and a lucrative job. 20/200 (Snellen) in the better eye even with correction lenses.
Due to the fact that these people with disabilities
participate in society, it is crucial that we understand the II. METHODOLOGY
challenges they experience when ambulating, using public
transportation, or working in the organized sector. • Study Design: Survey-based retrospective
• Sample Size: 10 Subjects
Humans with visual impairments frequently require • Study Subjects: Visually Impaired subjects in Srimati
outside assistance, which can come in the form of humans, Kamla Mehta Dadar School for the Blind (SKMDSB).
trained dogs, or amazing technical devices acting as
emotionally supportive networks for dynamics. The A. Procedure
underlying problem with confused people is how to figure A self-drafted questionnaire was validated by two
out how to get where they need to go. This paper aims to teachers and students. The study was conducted by the face-to-
help those who are blind or visually handicapped overcome face method. Modifications were made to the questionnaire as
their blindness by using other senses like sound and touch. per the suggestions from teachers and students.
I. INTRODUCTION B. Data Representation & Analysis
A total of 10 subjects were enrolled in the study. Data
The word “blind” is a very broad term. You may find it were collected on standardized forms and encoded for
interesting to ponder how blind people see and perceive computerized analysis Descriptive analysis of the data was
information from the world around them. People who are done using Excel and PowerBI. Tables were made using
blind, for instance, may be able to absorb certain information Microsoft Office Excel and figures were also plotted using
via signals other than visual ones, such as sound or vibration. Microsoft Office Excel.
Do not forget that not everyone will experience this. Many
persons who have visual problems lack the other sensory skills C. Demographic Details
necessary to make up for their vision loss. A small 2009 study 70% of the study subjects are males and 30% are
found that some people with severe vision impairment may females. Age.
use parts of their brain that sighted people use to process
vision. The visually impaired people may use these “vision” D. Analysis of problems associated with Ambulation
areas to process. The data analysis revealed that none of the 10 subjects
utilized a cane or stick while moving about the school
In one recent survey, a sample of Americans rated going (comfortable environment). However, when moving about
blind as worse than losing memory, speech, hearing, or a limb. outside of the home or school (a dynamic external
In another, a majority of respondents said losing one's freedom environment), all 10 subjects used a cane or stick.
is a consequence of getting blind. Loss of vision does result in
some restrictions; for example, blind persons are unable to
operate a vehicle or an aircraft. They are nonetheless capable
of leading full, independent lives on par with their sighted
colleagues, despite this. The broad definition of visual
impairment in India, as adopted in the Persons with
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The review of 10 subject is mentioned below:
Fig 1 Data of 10 Subjects
Fig 2 Graphical Representation of 10 Subjects
III. CASE STUDY Another area where blind people have particular
difficulties is in education. Children who are blind may attend
Basically, this entire research paper is based on the schools that cater to their needs and have staff members who
people who suffer from Blindness and how IoT can help to have received special training to work with blind students. As
change their life in a better way.We have seen many blind an alternative, kids might enroll in regular schools with the aid
people who travel in local trains and they use a red white color of technology and teachers. In order for blind students to have
stick for their guidance to walk on the road. Living with the same educational opportunities as their sighted colleagues,
blindness may be both difficult and inspiring. A variety of accommodations like braille displays, screen readers, and
factors, such as inherited problems, illnesses, accidents, or adaptive software may be needed.
age, can lead to blindness. Blindness has an impact on a
person's life in numerous ways, from mobility and education For blind people, finding and retaining a job can be
to employment and daily living, regardless of the source. particularly challenging.
Mobility is one of the main issues for blind people. It can Because they believe that hiring blind employees will
be challenging to independently navigate the environment impair their ability to complete job duties, many businesses
without the capacity to see. Blind persons frequently use white are unwilling to do so. However, many blind persons may
canes or guide dogs to aid in mobility, although they may still work in a number of areas thanks to accommodations
require assistance from others in strange surroundings. They including assistive technology and workplace adaptations.
may occasionally use public transportation to travel to their Lawyers, musicians, computer programmers, and many other
place of employment or other destinations. occupations are all open to blind individuals. They can yet still
experience prejudice and other employment difficulties.
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The Internet of Things (IoT), especially for blind or IV. PROPOSED SYSTEM
visually impaired people, has the power to completely
transform their life. For those who have trouble seeing, using In order to create a good, trustworthy, and effective
smart gadgets and the internet together can offer a number of system for blind or visually impaired persons to detect
advantages that can help them become more independent and obstacles and warn or alert them at dangerous spots or
improve their quality of life. barriers, research has been done on new gadgets and
technology. It was challenging for the user to distinguish
The capacity to acquire information about their between the noises for obstructed and free travel directions.
environment in real-time is one of the most important benefits
of IoT for the blind. For instance, a smart cane with sensors There have frequently been advancements in wearable
and a GPS unit can tell the user where they are in relation to devices for the blind. A different Visual Impairment Aid
local landmarks and any hazards. utilises a related idea. We have made an effort to improve
upon this current sensing stick with sound module by making
it simpler and more readily producible so that it can be offered
widely.
Fig 3 Healthy Eye VS Blind Eye Fig 5 Basic System Design
IoT devices can similarly offer audio descriptions of
visual content, such as pictures or films, allowing those who
are blind to more fully appreciate and understand these
experiences. The adoption of voice-activated thermostats and
smart speakers can assist the blind navigate and manage their
home environment more conveniently.
Increased social engagement and communication is
another important benefit of IoT for blind people. With the use
of speech and text-based interfaces provided by smart devices,
people with visual impairments can interact with others more
successfully and effortlessly. Additionally, IoT devices can
offer social cues that can help users stay in touch with friends
and family, including alerting them when someone is at the
door or when a message has been received.
Fig 6 Sensor Design
V. CONCLUSION
In conclusion, the Internet of Things (IoT) is a potent
instrument that has the potential to greatly enhance the lives of
those who are blind or visually impaired. IoT technology can
promote independence and safety while enabling voice
descriptions of visual content, real-time information about the
environment, and communication by utilising smart devices
and the internet. IoT technology is the greatest choice for
improving the quality of life of persons with visual
impairments, even though there are still obstacles to be solved,
such as accessibility and affordability. We may anticipate
seeing even bigger advances in the lives of persons with
Fig 4 Use of IoT for Normal people as well as blind people
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disabilities as we continue to innovate and broaden IoT
capabilities.
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