Smart glasses for the BLIND: Display turns the world into outlines to help people with poor vision 'see' obstacles and faces

SPECIALITIES-

• 1.Device has a video camera mounted on the frame of the glasses
• 2.Software projects images of nearby objects to the see-through displays
• 3.The glasses don’t replace lost vision, but assist with spatial awareness 
• 4.They're designed for people who are severely sight impaired, but not completely blind
• 5.Prototype display could one day be the same size as standard glass.

Many people with normal vision imagine blindness as utter darkness, the unbroken black of a dead TV screen. But approximately 90 percent of people who are designated as legally blind (defined as having less than 20/200 vision in your better eye, with corrective lenses) have some degree of remaining sight. They may have decent peripheral vision but no sight in the center, or they may have only central sight, or “tunnel vision.” They may be able to see light or large objects that are very close.

SmartSpecs, developed by a research team at a University of Oxford lab, use 3D cameras originally developed for the Xbox to capture real time images. The images are then put into high contrast and displayed on a screen in front of the user’s eyes. Dark things become black, while bright things become white. Far away objects are simply erased to reduce visual clutter.

Many visually impaired users find the high contrast allows them to see things they normally couldn’t. Furniture that might ordinarily blend in with a same-colored floor, turning it into a tripping hazard, becomes bright white. Doorways are enhanced. Even faces, which might normally appear as a blur, turn into crisp black and white cartoons. Smiles that might go unseen can be appreciateated.

“All you need to do is get a few bits and pieces of an image and your brain fills it in,” says Stephen Hicks, the Oxford neuroscientist leading the project. “[SmartSpecs are] sort of tapping into that intuitive sense of vision—you just need a bit of shadow here and there, like walking around your house by moonlight.”

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Consider this, your state has been hit by a cyclone with wind speeds measuring 300 kilometres per hour. All modern means of communication – telephone, cellphone, wireless sets – lie dead as the cyclone has destroyed all connecting stations and links.

This is what happened during the Orissa cyclone. All communication links broke down as dish antennas, radio stations, telephone lines, satellite links were destroyed.

There was no way people could contact the outside world. This was when a bunch of amateurs, students and radio enthusiasts got together to set up something called an amateur radio or ham radio station.

What is a Ham

Ham is another name for an amateur radio set. It is actually a simple radio transmitter and receiver which can be built and setup using simple and low cost equipment. The ham radio receives radio signals just like your home radio set.

The only difference is that your home radio set receives signals only from a radio station. A ham radio receives signals from another ham radio. So, each ham radio is like a radio-station-cum-radio-receiver built into one. It is actually like operating a radio station from your home.

What you can do with a ham radio

Once you have your ham radio set operational, you can simply tune into a channel (like the radio stations you tune into) and send and receive radio messages to all those who are currently on that channel. It is like an online chat except that it is on a radio set.

With a ham radio, you can connect to other people using ham radios across the globe. Several astronauts carry ham radio sets on their space voyages. If you are lucky, you can actually contact them. You can also contact trekkers or even explorers.

However, you have to write exams to get a ham radio license. This license enables you to setup and operate a ham radio station. Anyone can take these exams and they are very simple to clear. Try your hand at it this summer.

THANK YOU !

What is Ham Radio?

Consider this, your state has been hit by a cyclone with wind speeds measuring 300 kilometres per hour. All modern means of communication – telephone, cellphone, wireless sets – lie dead as the cyclone has destroyed all connecting stations and links.

This is what happened during the ORISSA cyclone. All communication lines broke down as dish antennas, telephone lines, sattelite links were destroyed.

There was no way people could contact the outside world. This was when a bunch of amateurs, students and radio enthusiasts got together to set up something called an amateur radio or ham radio station.

What is a Ham

Ham is another name for an amateur radio set. It is actually a simple radio transmitter and receiver which can be built and setup using simple and low cost equipment. The ham radio receives radio signals just like your home radio set.

The only difference is that your home radio set receives signals only from a radio station. A ham radio receives signals from another ham radio. So, each ham radio is like a radio-station-cum-radio-receiver built into one. It is actually like operating a radio station from your home.

Demonitisation

RIP: INR 500 & 1000

I feel proud by announcement of PM Mr. Narendra Modi to eradicate Black Money from market stop currency of INR 500 & 1000 from tonight midnight.

Till day I heard the word Black money and surprisingly not find the currency in Black colour while purchase any thing. Tonight while watching news on CNN-IBN & Zee news DNA Report I inquired the same with my father.

He explained me how Black money generated by Builders, Politicians, Government Officials, Big businessmen. I  understand a little but if common man like us understand and know the things why till day no government took action against them.

Hope India will shine now on world economic forum and Terrorist can not make fake currency to destroy India. 

I heard latest feature of NGC (Nano GPS Chip) in new 500 & 2000 INR notes.

Good Night Now!!! 

5 Reasons for learning Bharatnatyam

5 Reasons why should Children Learn Bharatanatyam

Children are the source of happiness and joy for all loving parents. Their laughter, innocence, naughtiness in their eyes and the innate nature to imitate elders bring an instant smile to our face and as parents it brims your heart with content and gusto. Childhood is indeed the perfect age for any kind of learning to happen. Their minds are fresh and body teems with energy and enthusiasm. Bharatanatyam is one such dance form that can be learnt from the age of four for any child irrespective of gender. There are a plethora of benefits in learning this classical dance form and we have listed below the reasons for your child to pursue this magnifice dance form.

Discipline

An unruly child is always preferred over a well-disciplined child. Being disciplined is of prime importance in one’s life, for it is a key factor that determines your success. So, being disciplined at an early age helps one to climb the ladder of success. 

Bharatanatyam is not just a dance form; it is also a kind of exercise that helps you to ooze out the fatty acids deposited in the body. Obesity is a major cause of concern that has taken a toll on children. Thanks to junk food and technology for making them couch potatoes. 

Bharatanatyam is precisely that dance form where children learn the art with all vim and vigor. When inducted at the right age the dance becomes a fun process and let the child to explore more on the nuances of it. So, let those bubbly ones join the classical dance form that gratifies the body and mind alike.

Learning becomes fun

By learning Bharatanatyam children enter a life of discipline, devotion and passion. Being a dance form that blends dance, music and theatre Bharatanatyam is an activity that instills poise and self-improvisation in the children. Let your children pursue Bharatanatyam and see the positive difference in them. By doing so, you not just contribute in spreading the legacy of the dance form to next generation but also help them in their personal growth.

Switch-2016

       SWITCH-2016

My Respectable and dear Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi’s 1,000-day deadline to power every village has been backed by strong steps. An ambitious target of 175 Gigawatts of renewable energy by 2022 has also been established.

The switch represents this ambitious and powerful spirit of India. One of the largest electrical expos in the country, Switch Expo inaugurated on October 6, 2016, and will last up to  October 10, 2016, in Vadodara. It represents one of the biggest networks of electrical manufacturers, innovators, technologies, and partners in the Electrical industry.

I visited this event today on October 8, 2016, along with my parents. I feel glad to visit and evident the biggest event in the country.

Diesel Generators: 

A series of Diesel Generators of AGGREKO company supplied uninterrupted power to 8 Doms, each dom contains around 100 stools.

CTR:

CTR Manufacturing Industries Ltd., established in 1964, are market leaders in the manufacture and marketing of Engineering and Electronic products.

I met with Mr. Smith he explained to me Smart Sensor-based Motor operation. The motor that lets you know when its time for a service.

AQUA FILLER TAP CHANGER:

I surprised to know how Fully Automatic Water Level Monitoring system take care of our water need. Water supplied by Municipal Corporation is getting stored in the Underground Water tank of our Flats or house. With the help of  AQUA FILLER motor and water level of our Underground and Overhead Tanks maintained automatically with its inbuilt sensor and programming techniques.

ABB ROBOTIC ARM:

Robotic arms which developed by ABB corporation was marvelous. Its two tip handgrip was wonderful. It can lift and shift material or things like any human can do.

E-CYCLE:

The patent filed by Mr. M. Subramanian, Inventor of E-Cycle who applied for Patent. I appreciated the idea of Mr. Subramanian that he utilized Solar Energy and Wind Energy both to charge Battery loaded on Cycle. Later on stored battery power can be utilized for any domestic purpose. I feel proud that Switch provided a platform to such innovators too.

LED-INNOVATIVE SIGNBOARD:

I try to become famous by displaying my Name on LED-Innovative Signboard.

The inventor of this amazing Signboard explained to me that from any android phone name type in the application of this signboard the name displayed in multicolor, at various speeds which is set in the application itself.

I visited only 2 Doms and after getting too much tired I came back home with Good Memories of the day.

Now I am signing Off for the day BYE!

Introduction to my Blog

Now, Kamakshi Bhagat a student, proud Bharatnatyam Dancer, and a frequent reader will introduce all technology-savvy people to my blog and will share with you all recent news, technology updates, and my views on this blog... So, stay tuned