ScienceDirect Survey Maps Assistive Technologies for Visually Impaired Users Across Domains

Survey reports a comprehensive review of assistive systems for visually impaired people, published in ScienceDirect, examining academic and commercial solutions across multiple domains. The authors aim to map current capabilities and identify gaps for future research and development.

Technology categories in the review include navigation aids, reading devices, and environmental interaction tools, with emphasis on AI‑driven object detection, tactile feedback, and smartphone integration that improve independence for users in daily tasks.

Implications suggest that policymakers and educators should allocate resources toward standardizing these technologies in schools, while developers are urged to prioritize affordability and user‑centered design to broaden adoption across diverse visual impairment levels.

Stakeholders including disability advocacy groups, technology firms, and research institutions are cited as key partners in implementing the survey’s recommendations, with the authors highlighting successful pilot programs that combine wearable sensors and cloud‑based navigation services to reduce obstacles in public spaces.