# Tactile Braille Locks This Braille Lock Helps the Visually Impaired Secure Their Items By Gurveer Brah | Published 2015-09-07 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braille-lock References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2015/09/02/security-for-the-sightless/) & [everythingaboutdesign](http://everythingaboutdesign.com/security-for-the-sightless/) This braille lock makes locking mechanisms accessible to the sightless in an effort to help make security tools usable for more people. Often, many things can be inaccessible to the visually impaired but with tools like this, options are opening up for the blind. Designer Edouard Guesne created this lock for the convenience of the blind by infusing braille into the locking mechanism. Instead of visual numbers or keys, this lock features braille for a more accessible security tool. The design features a small and sleek design that is easy to carry -- it's not very heavy and doesn't take up a lot of space in your backpack. The design is also very durable, which is necessary in a locking mechanism. This braille lock brings a much-needed accessibility to people with vision impairments in terms of personal security. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Accessible Security Tools:** Creating security tools that are accessible to the visually impaired through Braille or other tactile methods. - **Accessible Product Design:** Integrating Braille or other tactile features into product design to make them accessible to the visually impaired. - **Inclusive Technology:** Developing technology that is inclusive and accessible to all, including those with vision impairments. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Security and Locking Mechanisms:** Opportunities for creating more accessible locking mechanisms and security tools that are usable by the visually impaired. - **Product Design:** Integrating Braille or other tactile features into product design, including in the development of locking mechanisms. - **Assistive Technology:** Designing assistive technology that promotes inclusion and accessibility for the visually impaired. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Braille-Equipped Memo Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/memo-device.md) - [Miniature Braille Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tdot-braille-keyboard.md) - [Engaging Braille Education Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braille-learning-device.md) - [Minimal Braille Learning Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartio-edu.md) - [Redefined Braille E-Readers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dotary-device.md) - [Manual Braille Label Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sakshar-braille.md) - [Accessible Home Device Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accessble-home-device.md) - [Accessibility-Friendly Tactile Educational Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brailledoodle.md) - [Braille-Integrated Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aedo-collection.md)