Thimble Finger Glove Brings Visually Impaired into Tech Age
Meghan Young — December 24, 2010 — Lifestyle
References: dvice & thedesignblog.org
As the world becomes more technologically advanced, some imparired individuals are being left behind--but with the Thimble Finger Glove, it won't be those that are visually impaired. Although just a concept right now, it is an innovative gadget that translates touchscreen information into braille at the touch of a gloved finger.
Designed by Erik Hedberg and Zack Bennet, the Thimble Finger Glove slips on the index finger. Embedded with an optical scanner, it translates text into braille messages. It also acts as GPS sensor to confirm their current location.
Designed by Erik Hedberg and Zack Bennet, the Thimble Finger Glove slips on the index finger. Embedded with an optical scanner, it translates text into braille messages. It also acts as GPS sensor to confirm their current location.
Trend Themes
1. Touchscreen Accessibility - The Thimble Finger Glove demonstrates the potential for innovative gadgets that make touchscreens more accessible for visually impaired individuals.
2. Braille Technology - The concept of integrating braille translation into wearable devices like the Thimble Finger Glove opens up opportunities for disruptive innovations in the field of braille technology.
3. Sensor-enhanced Wearables - The Thimble Finger Glove's integration of an optical scanner and GPS sensor highlights the potential for sensor-enhanced wearable devices for people with visual impairments.
Industry Implications
1. Assistive Technology - The Thimble Finger Glove showcases the potential for disruptive innovations in the field of assistive technology for visually impaired individuals.
2. Wearable Technology - The concept of the Thimble Finger Glove presents opportunities for disruptive innovations in the wearable technology industry, specifically focusing on accessibility for visually impaired users.
3. Navigation Technology - The integration of a GPS sensor in the Thimble Finger Glove suggests possibilities for disruptive innovations in the navigation technology industry, catering to the needs of visually impaired individuals.
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