The Seek Deaf Informational Navigational System helps the hearing-impaired to be more independent as they go about their daily routine or explore new cities. Similar to the Xun Ye's Origin GPS that helps provide direction to the visually-impaired, this device allows handicapped individuals to lead as normal a life as they can.
Designed by Cleveland Institute of Art graduate Jesse Hill, the Seek Deaf Informational Navigational System is comprised of three basic components. The stationary Pinpoint device records and keeps track of where the user has been and helps share that information with others in the Seek community, the Nate helps locate businesses and stores in particular areas and the Compass is the portable version of the Pinpoint.
What's Driving This Trend
- Assistive Navigation Systems
- There is an opportunity for designers and engineers to create more assistive devices and systems that cater to the specific needs of people with disabilities in different industries.
- Connectivity for Disability-related Communities
- Tech startups and application software developers could use connecting technology to create platforms and virtual communities for people with disabilities.
- Smart Wearables for People with Disabilities
- There is a possibility of creating wearable technology that helps people with disabilities to be more independent and offer solutions to the barriers they face.
Who This Affects Most
- Healthcare Industry
- There is an opportunity for healthcare manufacturers to explore the possibilities of creating specialty devices that aid mobility and independence for individuals with disabilities.
- Consumer Electronics Industry
- Consumer electronics manufacturers could add to their product line-up specialty devices that cater more specifically to the needs of people with disabilities.
- Retail Industry
- Opportunities exist for retailers to create specialty solutions or make their businesses more accessible to people with disabilities.
