An Intelligent Mobility Cane, or “Smart
Cane” is a cane for the visually impaired
which assists the user in navigating their
surroundings. These devices are able to detect both
low overhanging objects that do not have a contact
point at ground level, and objects that are
directly in front of the user, and relay the
information back to the user via tactile or
auditory feedback.
The goal of this Multidisciplinary Senior Design
project is to create a Smart Cane that will be
lightweight, ergonomic, and most importantly, cost
efficient. While there are many smart canes on the
market, there are few that are at a comfortable
price point (many higher end models cost upwards of
$1000), and even fewer that are easy for the user
to navigate with. By the end of this design cycle,
our team will produce a fully-functioning prototype
designed for an American male of average height
(5"9') and the necessary engineering documents for
eventual manufacturing of the product.
Smart Cane Example
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Project Name
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Intelligent Mobility Cane
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Project Number
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P15044
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Start Term
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2141 – Fall 2014
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End Term
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2145 – Spring 2015
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Faculty Guide
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Gary Werth
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Primary Customer
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Patricia
Iglesias
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Sponsor
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ABVI
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Project Readiness Project
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P15044 Intelligent Mobility Cane
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