The Hanger Blind Concept Cane has been designed for those with visual impairments to feel safer when they are making their way through the city. The cane works by wirelessly receiving data from traffic lights to let users know when to stop or when it's safe to cross. This is communicated to the user via the handle to provide a stimulation that is non-auditory and non-visual for a streamlined experience.
City infrastructure is changing at an accelerated rate, which is augmenting the way that information is conveyed to citizens to ensure that people of all walks of life feel confident in their surroundings. The Hanger Blind Concept Cane identifies how things could be pushed a step further for those with visual impairments to feel that much safer and secure.
What's Driving This Trend
- Connected Walking Canes
- The intersection of accessibility and technology presents opportunities for the integration of smart walking canes for the visually-impaired.
- Smart City Infrastructure
- The integration of smart walking canes with traffic lights highlights the importance of smart city infrastructure for seamless accessibility for all.
- Non-visual Stimulation
- Developing non-auditory and non-visual stimulation technology has the potential to improve accessibility and safety for the visually-impaired.
Who This Affects Most
- Assistive Technology
- The market for assistive technology could see growth with the development of advanced and connected walking canes.
- Smart City Technology
- Smart city technology, including the integration of traffic data and assistive devices, could create new business opportunities.
- Safety and Security
- The intersection of smart walking canes and safety technology opens up a range of business opportunities for companies focused on the safety and security of pedestrians.
