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OBSTACLE DETECTION FOR VISUALLY IMPAIRED PEOPLE USING AI

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May 2026

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Abstract

People with visual impairments face continuous challenges while moving through everyday environments, which significantly affects their independence and overall quality of life. Although traditional mobility aids such as white canes and guide dogs are widely used and effective to some extent, they have notable limitations. The Challenge Closing the "Elevated Hazard" Gap Traditional mobility aids—predominantly the white cane and guide dogs possess a critical Perceptual Blind Spot. They are inherently limited to ground-level haptic feedback, leaving visually impaired (VI) users vulnerable to Supra-Knee Hazards (e.g., overhanging signage, open truck beds, or low-hanging branches) and dynamic obstacles that enter the user's trajectory suddenly. This project introduces a Real-Time Spatial Intelligence Framework designed to bridge this safety gap through localized computer vision. The "Vision-to-Voice" Pipeline The proposed system operates as a closed-loop perception engine, utilizing a three- stage computational flow to mimic human visual intuition Using a head-mounted or chest-worn RGB/Depth sensor, the system captures high- frame-rate visual telemetry. Unlike cloud- dependent solutions, our architecture employs In-Situ Normalization, correcting for motion artifacts and shifting luminosity in real-time. At the core of the platform is a Lightweight Convolutional Neural Network (CNN), such as a pruned YOLOv8 or SSD-MobileNet architecture. The system doesn't just "see" an obstacle; it categorizes it By utilizing monocular depth algorithms, the system calculates the Relative Centroid and distance of objects, determining which items pose a collision risk versus those that are safely in the periphery information is translated into an intuitive Binaural (3D) Soundscape. Positional Cues: Instead of generic beeps

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obstacle detection Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning Neural Networks Predictive Analytics.

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Mrs. POOJA K N, NANDAN R, "OBSTACLE DETECTION FOR VISUALLY IMPAIRED PEOPLE USING AI," International Journal of Scientific Research in Engineering and Management, vol. 10, no. 5, pp. 1-7, May 2026.

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The for visually impaired individuals have the       potential    to bringmeaningful improvements to their everyday mobility and safetySynthesis of Research and Innovation the feasibility of a Self-Sovereign, Edge-AI Navigational Framework that bridges the perceptual gap left by traditional mobility aids. By synthesizing high-velocity computer vision with  Cognitive Ergonomics,  the system moves  beyond mere    obstacle detection into the realm of Environmental Semantic Interpretation. I. Technological Paradigm Shift  The transition from the "Binary Feedback" of ultrasonic sensors to the "Contextual Intelligence" of deep learning represents a major evolutionary leap.  effectively eliminates the "Supra-Knee" detection void, providing safety for head- level hazards. variables in real-time, the system addresses the high-entropy nature of urban centers, which has historically been a barrier to independent blind navigation. Human-Centric Design and Data Sovereignty The methodology prioritized Kinesthetic Neutrality and Privacy-by-Design. By executing all neural inferences locally on- device, the project sets a new standard for Data Autonomy in assistive tech, ensuring that user safety is never contingent upon cloud connectivity or the sacrifice of personal privacy. Final Remarks: Toward an Inclusive Future In summary, this work provides a robust blueprint for the next generation of Sensory Augmentation.   It proves that   artificial intelligence, when applied through a lens of empathy and    engineering     rigor,    can fundamentally alter the Mobility Horizon for the visually impaired. The successful validation of the system— ranging from its Deterministic Latency to its high Recall Rate in field trials—suggests a path toward greater social and professional inclusion. By reducing the cognitive load and anxiety associated with navigation, detect objects; it facilitates Self-Determination and expands the boundaries of what impairments. Ultimately, this project stands as a testament to the power of Embedded Intelligence in dismantling long-standing barriers, ·       This project is 30 percentage accuracy

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