MUMBAI, India, June 26 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202621050948 A) filed by Vishwakarma Institute Of Technology on April 21, 2026, for A Wearable Navigation And Safety System For Visually Impaired Users.
Inventors include Barhate, Minal; Mahalle, Parikshit N.; Dongre, Ganesh; More, Kiran P.; Nhalade, Devesh Yashawant; Nallawar, Om Vilas; Narkhede, Vedant Ananda; Narlawar, Vedika Pravin; Narute, Shreya Suresh; and Nevhal, Sayali Laxman.
The application for the patent was published on June 19, 2026, under issue no. 25/2026.
Abstract: The described technology pertains to a wearable navigation and safety system tailored for visually impaired users, specifically a smart safety shoe incorporating advanced assistive technologies. The system integrates an AI-enabled camera module (100) for real-time object detection, a microcontroller (105) for subsystem control, and a DFPlayer Mini audio module (104) with a speaker (107) for multilingual voice alerts. Dual push-button inputs (102) facilitate user acknowledgment and emergency activation. A GSM module autonomously transmits SOS alerts containing GPS coordinates, timestamp, and captured images, while a GPS module (108) enables location tracking. Powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery (106), the system utilizes energy-efficient techniques to support extended operation. Optional piezoelectric elements harvest mechanical energy to recharge the battery. The modular design accommodates future enhancements, promoting reliable obstacle detection, emergency communication, and improved mobility for visually impaired individuals. The AI model demonstrates classification accuracy of at least 85% for predefined object categories under varying conditions.
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