Sight Scribe – Accessing Text Through Sound

Abstract

SightScribe is a revolutionary assistive technology initiative aimed at improving accessibility for people with visual impairments. It describes an innovative method for delivering live access to textual information in the person's surroundings. SightScribe, which uses superior imaging capabilities built into specially-made glasses, allows users to record text from a variety of sources, including signs, documents, and screens. This collected text is instantly processed using inbuilt Optical Character Recognition (OCR) algorithms, assuring exact extraction and interpretation. The processed text is effortlessly converted into voice using a powerful Text-to-Speech (TTS) synthesis engine and presented to the user via headphones, allowing for easy interpretation of textual material. SightScribe strives to overcome the accessibility gap by enabling vision-impaired people to explore their surroundings independently and confidently. It is a symbol of inclusiveness and empowerment, demonstrating the transforming power of technology that helps in promoting equality and improving quality of life.