MUMBAI, India, Feb. 6 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202631010865 A) filed by C. V. Raman Global University, Bhubaneswar, Orissa, on Feb. 2, for 'object detection using assistive navigation for visually impaired person.'
Inventor(s) include Samikhya Mohapatra; Monalisha Sahoo; Dr. Ram Chandra Barik; Prof. Ganapati Panda; Dr. Adyasha Rath; and Dr. Surendra Kumar Panda.
The application for the patent was published on Feb. 6, under issue no. 06/2026.
According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The present invention relates to an assistive wearable navigation device designed specifically to aid visually impaired and blind individuals in detecting obstacles and navigating safely through their surroundings. More particularly, the invention pertains to a microcontroller-based ultrasonic obstacle detection system integrated into a portable wearable belt that provides real-time feedback through audio and haptic vibration alerts. The Navigative Belt comprises a microcontroller unit, multiple ultrasonic sensors for distance measurement, a camera module for object recognition using advanced computer vision algorithms, a GPS module for location tracking in outdoor environments, and a battery-powered power management system. The device operates by continuously capturing environmental data through sensors and processing this information using a sophisticated decision logic algorithm that evaluates the proximity and nature of detected obstacles. Upon detecting an obstacle within a critical distance threshold, the system immediately generates multi-modal feedback through buzzer alerts and vibration motors, providing haptic and audio cues to guide the user toward safe navigation paths. The invention is particularly distinguished by its low-cost, lightweight, and portable nature compared to existing assistive navigation technologies, making it economically accessible to a broader population of visually impaired individuals. The device can be seamlessly integrated with smartphone applications for enhanced functionality, real-time navigation guidance, and machine learning updates that continuously improve obstacle recognition capabilities. The wearable form factor, combined with hands-free operation and real-time processing capabilities, makes this invention a significant advancement in assistive technology for the blind and visually impaired community."
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