# AI-Powered Visual Co-Pilots The 'Biped' is a Backpack-Like Device for the Visually Impaired By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2022-01-10 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biped References: [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/technology/biped-ai-copilot-blind-visually-impaired-people-ces-2022-01-10-2022/) & [biped.ai](https://www.biped.ai/)  During CES 2022, Swiss tech startup biped unveiled an innovative new device for the visually impaired: an [AI-powered co-pilot system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copilot-fellow) eponymously named 'biped.' The new device consists of a backpack-like design that straps onto a users shoulders and utilizes [built-in 3D cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/livall-ai-visual-smart-helmet). Using its cameras, the biped is able to film and analyze a user's surroundings, detecting potential obstacles far in advance of their arrival. In addition, the unit can filter relevant information to users through 3D sounds, which are transmitted via unique [bone conduction earphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pangolin-gen3). According to the company, biped's mission was to create a stigma-free device that could provide the same kind of support as a guide dog. As a result, the unit features a sleek, non-medical design and weighs just 950 grams. Image Credit: biped, [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/technology/biped-ai-copilot-blind-visually-impaired-people-ces-2022-01-10-2022/), [biped.ai](https://www.biped.ai/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Social Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialbusiness) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **AI-enabled Co-pilot Systems:** The development of AI-powered co-pilot systems can open new opportunities for assisting people with disabilities. - **Wearable Camera Technology:** Wearable camera technology can help people with disabilities perceive the world in a more comprehensive way. - **Audio Augmentation Devices:** Innovative audio augmentation devices can enable people with disabilities to perceive their environment in a new way. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Assistive Technology:** The assistive technology industry can potentially disrupt the market by leveraging advanced AI-powered co-pilot systems. - **Wearable Tech:** The wearable tech industry can potentially create new use cases by integrating camera technology into their products. - **Audio Equipment:** The audio equipment industry can potentially innovate by developing new bone conduction earphones or other auditory devices that enhance the user's experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Autonomous Robotic Guides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bedivere.md) - [Visual Impairment Support Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-bone-conduction-headset.md) - [Setting-Describing Wearable Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seekr.md) - [AI-Powered Smart Canes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-cane-2.md) - [Robotic Visual Impairment Guides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handheld-guidance-device.md) - [AI-Powered Mobility Aids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/navicane.md) - [Predictive Portable Exoskeleton Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vigx-6.md) - [AI-Powered Walking Aids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/legit-walking.md) - [Wearable Assistive Smart Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lighthouse-tech.md)