MUMBAI, India, Oct. 11 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202444034091 A) filed by Karpagam College Of Engineering, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, on April 30, 2024, for 'an integration system for handwritten recognition and conversion of text to speech.'
Inventor(s) include Sathya K; Aravind R; Shree Hari G; and Sree Nilaya S.
The application for the patent was published on Oct. 10, under issue no. 41/2025.
According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "An inventive method for instantly translating handwritten text into audible voice is presented by the "An Integration System for Handwritten Recognition and Conversion of Text to Speech" project. This interface lets users write by hand with a digital pen in a world where accessibility and communication are crucial. All it takes is a click of the "Recognize" button to see their words turn into spoken language. This interface provides a smooth and responsive user experience by utilizing real-time processing, Text-to-Speech (TTS) synthesis, and state-of-the-art Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology. The recognized text is subsequently converted into speech using Pyttsx3, enabling users to listen to the text they have drawn in real-time. Additionally, the application incorporates image search functionality based on the recognized text, enhancing the user experience by providing relevant visual content associated with the drawn text. Through its intuitive interface and seamless integration of text recognition and speech synthesis capabilities, HandScribeVoice offers a versatile tool for various applications, including education, accessibility, and communication. This project represents a significant advancement in the intersection of image processing, natural language processing, and speech technologies, promising enhanced accessibility and usability for users seeking efficient text-to-speech solutions. Writing allows users to easily express themselves and closes the communication gap between spoken and written language. Applications range widely, from improving accessibility and interactivity of education to supporting people with speech difficulties. This project marks a significant step towards making information and communication universally inclusive and hassle-free, as handwritten words become an immediate gateway to spoken understanding."
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