KING FAISAL UNIVERSITY (20240342041). SMART WALKING STICK simplified abstract
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SMART WALKING STICK
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Nazargi Mahabob of AL-AHSA (SA)
N. Mohammad Aariz of AL-AHSA (SA)
SMART WALKING STICK - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240342041 titled 'SMART WALKING STICK
The abstract describes a smart walking stick with sensors that detect obstacles in front, below, and on the sides of the user, along with an audio module to alert the user of any detected obstacles.
- Longitudinal body
- Forward facing sensor for monitoring objects in front
- Forward downward facing sensor for monitoring objects on the ground in front
- Left side sensor for monitoring objects on the left side
- Right side sensor for monitoring objects on the right side
- Audio module for alerting the user of detected obstacles
Potential Applications: - Assistive device for visually impaired individuals - Safety tool for elderly individuals - Navigation aid for outdoor activities
Problems Solved: - Helps prevent accidents and collisions - Increases independence and mobility for users - Enhances safety and confidence while walking
Benefits: - Improved awareness of surroundings - Early detection of obstacles - Increased user safety and security
Commercial Applications: Title: "Smart Walking Stick for Enhanced Safety and Mobility" This technology can be marketed to: - Healthcare institutions - Assistive technology companies - Outdoor recreation retailers
Prior Art: Prior art related to this technology may include other smart walking aids with obstacle detection sensors and alert systems.
Frequently Updated Research: Research on improving sensor accuracy and response time in smart walking aids is ongoing to enhance user experience and safety.
Questions about Smart Walking Stick: 1. How does the audio module alert the user of detected obstacles? The audio module emits a sound or voice alert to notify the user of obstacles detected by the sensors.
2. Can the sensitivity of the sensors be adjusted to suit different environments? Yes, the sensitivity of the sensors can be adjusted to accommodate various walking conditions and environments.
Original Abstract Submitted
a smart walking stick includes a longitudinal body; a forward facing sensor located on a front portion of the longitudinal body, the forward facing sensor monitoring objects in front of the longitudinal body; a forward downward facing sensor located on the front portion of the longitudinal body, the forward downward facing senor monitoring objects located in front of the longitudinal body on the ground; a left side sensor located on a left side of the longitudinal body and monitoring objects located on the left side of the longitudinal body; a right side sensor located on a right side of the longitudinal body and monitoring objects located on the right side of the longitudinal body; and an audio module that alerts a user if an obstacle is detected by one of the forward facing sensor, the forward downward facing sensor, the left side sensor, and the right side sensor.
