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“MyEyes”- Smart Assistant Tool for Visually Impaired People

W.R.A KaushalyaFaculty of Computing, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, Malabe, Sri LankaS.P.E SanjayaFaculty of Computing, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, Malabe, Sri LankaK.D.K.B.U PereraFaculty of Computing, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, Malabe, Sri LankaSuriya KumariFaculty of Computing, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, Malabe, Sri LankaUthpala SamarakoonFaculty of Computing, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, Malabe, Sri Lanka

Vol 7 No 10 (2023): Volume 7, Issue 10, October 2023 | Pages: 25-32

International Research Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology

OPEN ACCESS | Research Article | Published Date: 24-10-2023

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Abstract

This research paper introduces "MyEyes", an innovative Smart Assistant Glass designed to enhance the shopping experience for blind and visually impaired individuals in supermarkets. Visual impairment can pose significant challenges when it comes to everyday activities such as shopping. The difficulty in navigating through aisles and identifying specific products on shelves often makes the process tedious and dependent on assistance from others. MyEyes aims to empower visually impaired individuals by providing them with a technologically adept means of navigating supermarkets with ease and independence. The device is equipped with cameras, sensors, and an item detection system that work cohesively to identify and locate products on shelves. Through the utilization of image recognition, spatial awareness algorithms, and audio feedback, users are guided through the supermarket and informed about the items they are searching for or encountering. The device also includes a customizable interface that allows users to pre-set shopping lists and preferences. The integration of these features aims to offer a seamless and efficient shopping experience. MyEyes represents a step forward in assistive technology, potentially transforming the lives of visually impaired individuals by fostering independence and inclusion in everyday activities. Through user testing and feedback, the efficacy, and areas for improvement of the MyEyes system are explored, laying the groundwork for future developments in assistive technologies for the visually impaired.

Keywords

object recognition, voice assistance, visual impairment, navigation assistance, supermarket navigation


Citation of this Article

W.R.A Kaushalya, S.P.E Sanjaya, K.D.K.B.U Perera, Suriya Kumari, Uthpala Samarakoon, ““MyEyes”- Smart Assistant Tool for Visually Impaired People” Published in International Research Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology - IRJIET, Volume 7, Issue 10, pp 25-32, October 2023. Article DOI https://doi.org/10.47001/IRJIET/2023.710004

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