MUMBAI, India, Sept. 28 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202511019959 A) filed by Chandigarh Group Of Colleges on March 05, 2025, for Modular Mobility Assistance Device With Multimodal Feedback For Visually Impaired.
Inventors include Dr Pooja Sahni; Ritwika Raj; Onkar Puri; and Nandita.
The application for the patent was published on September 25, 2026, under issue no. 39/2026.
Abstract: The present invention discloses a wearable assistive navigation device (100) for visually impaired individuals comprising a modular housing (102) configured to attach to mobility aids, ultrasonic sensors (104), a camera module (106), a GPS module (108), an RFID receiver (110), and health monitoring sensors (112). A processor (114) integrates data from these components and controls a multimodal feedback system (116) featuring haptic (118) and audio (122) modules. The device provides 360- degree obstacle detection, real-time navigation assistance, and health monitoring capabilities. The system employs AI-based object recognition and machine learning algorithms to adapt to user patterns. A mapping module (124) enables indoor-outdoor navigation, while a power management module (126) optimizes device operation. The invention enhances mobility and independence for visually impaired individuals through comprehensive environmental awareness and intelligent navigation support while ensuring user safety through integrated health monitoring features. FIG. 1
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