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| A camera scans the field of view in front. The images are then converted into distinctive sounds by a computer. (Photo: NewYorkTimes) |
The sound-based vision system called vOICe operates on the principle of converting images captured by a camera into sound that describes objects and phenomena, helping visually impaired individuals envision their surroundings.
A camera scans the field of view in front. The images are then converted into distinctive sounds by a computer. (Photo: NewYorkTimes)
The device was developed by Dr. Peter Meijer at the Philips Research Lab in the Netherlands.
The sounds produced by vOICe are not in the form of speech but rather as characteristic sounds. Before using the device, visually impaired users must learn the principles of the system’s sounds. For instance, brighter points in a scene are represented by louder sounds. This device also enables visually impaired individuals to read books and newspapers, and even watch television. Interested readers can visit the website http://www.seeingwithsound.com/voice.htm to download the program for free and learn how to see with sound using this device.
