Improve Public Transport Access for Impaired Users
A Navigation Assistance System
Tags: City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Transportation & Automotive, Healthcare & Lifesciences
This technology introduces a navigation assistance system specifically designed to help impaired users access and use public transport more easily. It utilizes location beacons to provide real-time updates and notifications on mobile devices, improving accessibility for visually or hearing-impaired individuals. The system's localized processing enhances accuracy, making public transport more user-friendly for those with impairments. It aids in navigation by offering real-time information on transport schedules and vehicle locations without heavy reliance on GPS. Applications include aiding impaired users with navigation, real-time transport updates, and improving overall public transport accessibility.
IP Type or Form Factor: Patent Granted; Platform; Software & Algorithm
TRL: 2 - technology concept and/or application formulated
Industry or Tech Area: Transport Systems; Physical & Intellectual Disabilities
