Assisted Vision: a Transformative Web App for the Visually Impaired
Blind and visually impaired are experiencing improved autonomy and mental engagement due to innovative approaches made possible by rapid advances in technology. Assisted Vision: A Cutting-Edge Web Application for Visually Impaired Individuals delivers instantaneous object recognition and user-friendly interaction through the use of machine learning and existing web-based technologies. The COCO-SSD object identification model is used by the ReactJS-created application to allow users to identify objects with their device's camera. The incorporation of useful sound feedback into this feature allows users to properly comprehend their surroundings. Voice-command capabilities deliver an effortless experience for users by optimizing interactions while simultaneously dealing with the necessity for traditional input techniques. This application incorporates cognitive tools, such as voice-activated games and quizzes, that increase mental engagement and offer enjoyment. In alignment with WCAG accessibility requirements, the application's versatile interfaces, adaptive designs, and screen reader support guarantee usability for an assortment of user groups. A backend governed by Node.js guarantees efficient processing, and SCSS strengthens the user interface for responsiveness and extensibility. Userfocused design, persistent enhancement, and inclusiveness are all highly regarded throughout the design and creation process. For the purpose of addressing obstacles including attaining accurate speech recognition and low-latency technology recognition of objects, sophisticated capabilities were employed. Potential advances are expected to involve bilingualism, portable accessibility, and superior recognition of objects. An example of how technology can encourage people who have visual disabilities, promote a welcoming environment, and set benchmarks for experimentation regarding digital accessibility is assisted vision.
Authors
- Anushka Jain
- J. Jayashree
- Harshit Jain (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-4281-6984)
- Saksham Jain (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0612-2805)
Institutions
- Vellore Institute of Technology University (IN)
Publication Details
- Published
- 2025-04-17
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1109/icdsbs63635.2025.11031754
- Primary Topic
- Multimedia Communication and Technology
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00