[NFB-Seniors-Discussion] Yes, need cane too! - RE: New travel aid - what do you think - FW: [Tech-VI] CSUN 2024: Strap Tech Ara Wearable Mobility Device for the Blind

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I am a long white cane user. Think I’m just going to stick with it. It never gives me any trouble.

Veronica

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Hi, Veronica,

I have never seen the device, but it sounds like all it is doing is sensors letting you know if there is any obstruction, but you have no information on what that would be.  If this true, I can tell you you would get tons more information from a dog guide or cane.  It sounds like it just augments good O&M skills via cane or dog.

Judy

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Would you call this an electronic dog guide? Sounds hinky to me.

veronica

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Judy

First, I do not like the look of this gadget! If some day it could be…, more discreet in terms what people would see. Like being built in a vest, shirt or jacket. Or have the  component that sends out the beam or signal or whatever it is called, be niniaturized, as in a button size component. A burger size bun is weird looking if that unit is outside your shirt.

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Hi,

I can see where one would need to use the white cane with most, if not, all of these high-tech devices.  Sounds interesting.

Judy

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Hi You All

I mostly like what this device can tell you, but…

What do you think?

RLN

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Podfeet Podcasts - Thursday, March 21, 2024, 12:13 PM

CSUN 2024: Strap Tech Ara Wearable Mobility Device for the Blind

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Allison interviews Javier De Leon from Strap Tech about Ara, their wearable smart device developed for the blind and visually impaired to move faster and safer in everyday life.

Ara is worn on the chest facing outward and has straps around the waist and over the shoulders to keep it in place. About the size of a hamburger bun, the device contains an array of advanced sensors to detect obstacles in the user’s path as they walk.

Ara provides accurate and timely alerts through haptic vibration patterns felt through the straps. Vibrations felt in the shoulder straps indicate an obstacle above the waist while vibrations in the waist straps indicate an obstacle below the waist. Vibrations in shoulder and waist straps mean a large obstacle, such as a wall, is ahead. When the user feels these vibrations, they turn until the vibration stops and continue their walk to avoid the obstacle.

Although Ara can be used on a stand-alone basis, it also has a mode for seamless integration with traditional mobility aids like white canes, guide dogs, or loved ones. Learning to use Ara is straightforward and intuitive.

Ara has a battery life of one full day and a smart on/off mode which automatically powers down the device if the user remains stationary for an extended period or takes a seat. Upon resuming the walk, Ara automatically powers back up.

Learn more at https://strap.tech/

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