Refreshable Braille Display

The Refreshable Braille Display offers a cost-effective solution for visually impaired individuals to access digital content. Using solenoids arranged in a 3x2 grid, controlled by an Arduino microcontroller, it dynamically converts digital text into Braille characters in real time. The breadboard-based prototype ensures flexibility during development, while components like MOSFETs, diodes, and a 12V power supply enable safe and efficient operation. With its simple button interface, users can navigate text seamlessly. The project highlights the importance of bridging accessibility gaps in a rapidly evolving digital world. By providing an affordable and functional alternative to expensive commercial Braille displays, it demonstrates the potential of simple yet impactful technology to foster inclusivity and independence for visually impaired individuals.

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Journal
International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology
Published
2025-01-10
DOI
https://doi.org/10.22214/ijraset.2025.66408
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1
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Tactile and Sensory Interactions
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Refreshable Braille Display

Prof. M. T. Dangat
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International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology
Tactile and Sensory Interactions
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Refreshable Braille Display

Prof. M. T. Dangat
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Abstract

The Refreshable Braille Display offers a cost-effective solution for visually impaired individuals to access digital content. Using solenoids arranged in a 3x2 grid, controlled by an Arduino microcontroller, it dynamically converts digital text into Braille characters in real time. The breadboard-based prototype ensures flexibility during development, while components like MOSFETs, diodes, and a 12V power supply enable safe and efficient operation. With its simple button interface, users can navigate text seamlessly. The project highlights the importance of bridging accessibility gaps in a rapidly evolving digital world. By providing an affordable and functional alternative to expensive commercial Braille displays, it demonstrates the potential of simple yet impactful technology to foster inclusivity and independence for visually impaired individuals.

International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering TechnologyVol. 13(1)
Openalex Percentile: Top 24%
Tactile and Sensory Interactions
1.43
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