System and method for assisting a visually impaired individual

Details System and method for assisting a visually impaired individual System and method for assisting a visually impaired individual

2011-01-04

2011-01-04

Ahmed, Samir A. (Department: 2624)

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C382S232000, C382S248000, C455S557000, C701S200000, C701S201000, C701S208000, C340S539110

Reexamination Certificate

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07864991

ABSTRACT:
A system and method for assisting a visually impaired individual are disclosed. In one embodiment, when the visually impaired individual encounters a situation with an obstacle, the visually impaired individual employs a first wireless device to transfer audiovisual information about the situation to an assistant with a second wireless device. The assistant analyzes the rendered audiovisual information and provides audio information to the visually impaired individual which presents a solution to the obstacle.

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