'Metro Dot' Helps the Visually Impaired Ride the Subway with Ease
Kevin Young — July 19, 2012 — Tech
References: yankodesign
It's not very easy for the visually impaired to get around using the subway, but the 'Metro Dot' design is a high-tech device that will help people use the transportation system more easily.
These folks solely rely on announcements, but subways aren't always a quiet place and that can be a problem. The Metro Dot is a bracelet-like watch that comes equipped with a Braille system that relays information about subway stops and other important information. It vibrates to let users know when they're approaching their destinations.
This design by Hoyeoul Lee, Jinwoo Kim and Sangyong Choi allows the visually impaired to relax without having to rely on train conductors' announcements. With a device like this, people will be well-informed about their travels without facing any unnecessary trouble in the subway.
These folks solely rely on announcements, but subways aren't always a quiet place and that can be a problem. The Metro Dot is a bracelet-like watch that comes equipped with a Braille system that relays information about subway stops and other important information. It vibrates to let users know when they're approaching their destinations.
This design by Hoyeoul Lee, Jinwoo Kim and Sangyong Choi allows the visually impaired to relax without having to rely on train conductors' announcements. With a device like this, people will be well-informed about their travels without facing any unnecessary trouble in the subway.
Trend Themes
1. Braille Wearable Devices - The trend of including Braille in wearable devices could provide visually impaired users with more accessibility options.
2. Transportation Accessibility Technology - Advancements in transportation accessibility technology can provide a more enjoyable experience for visually impaired riders.
3. Smart Vibrating Devices - Smart vibrating devices are a growing trend in assistive tech for the visually impaired and could have numerous applications in other industries.
Industry Implications
1. Assistive Technology - Assistive technology is an industry that could greatly benefit from designing products specifically for visually impaired consumers.
2. Public Transportation - Public transportation is an industry that can innovate by embracing new technologies to make transportation more accessible for all.
3. Wearable Technology - The wearable technology industry could expand its market opportunities and increase accessibility by incorporating more assistive features like Braille displays.
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