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wav is a guiding aid that consists of an electronic compass, two vibration motors, audio guide and an IR barrier sensor. Overall the products aim to achieve the goal of helping Visually Impaired/Blind individuals manage their performance independently and with more efficiency during the Paralympic games. It provides an aesthetic way of avoiding injuries during the performances due to better management in addition to understanding their conditions.
In the UK, 150,000 VI people are registered under British Blind Sports.
87% have considered swimming professionally
During the 1960s Para-swimming for Visual Impaired was introduced.
Hence, the method of 'TAPPING'
Additional to vision, participants have other conditions which may affect their game.
How can we prevent injuries, enhance the performance more effectively and ensure independent game during Paralympic matches?
Current Scenario
Lane ropes used for direction guidance
2 Meters stick used to TAP on the head for end line alert
Swimmers injure their arms or can crash their faces against the wall if time coordination is missed
Interviews/ Survey
Affinity Diagramming
HMW
Sketching
Prototype/Testing
Iterate
RESEARCH
CAD / Mockups
Colour Theory
TO BE CONTINUED......
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