Participants:
VIRAS encompasses an autonomous shopping cart designed for the blind and visually impaired. It enables them to conduct their purchases independently. The self-driving cart navigates to products and acoustically guides the user’s hand to his desired items.
Research partner:
ILT Institute for Lab Automation and Mechatronics, University of Applied Sciences Eastern Switzerland, has expertise in the domain of application-oriented research and development within the interdisciplinary field of mechatronics, automation, and robotics. Their specialization lies in integrating highly complex new technologies. Employing a systematic approach, ILT lends comprehensive support throughout the entire innovation process.
Implementation partner:
Swiss National Association of and for the Blind, Schweizerischer Blindenbund, Schweizerische Caritasaktion der Blinden and Schweizerischer Blinden- und Sehbehindertenverband have comprehensive insights into the purchasing challenges faced by blind and visually impaired people, along with their unique needs. They have profound knowledge of various technologies and aids that assist those affected in their daily lives.
