AWARD YEAR
2023
CATEGORY
Body
GOALS
Good Health & Well-being
KEYWORDS
Visually Impaired, spatial orientation, Disability
COUNTRY
Chile
DESIGNED BY
Silvana Herrera
WEBSITE
https://www.prototypesforhumanity.com/project/mov/
MOV
Handsfree spatial orientation device for the visually impaired
How does it work?
MOV is a a sonar headband that facilitates handsfree spatial orientation for individuals with visual impairment, helping them to integrate into society, easily and quickly, with independence and safety.
Why is it needed?
The mobility of people with visual disabilities is compromised by using their arms and hands, such as when using a cane, as an aid for their disability. Such items invasively disrupt haptic development, while also making the user prone to long-term diseases, such as carpal tunnel syndrome, tendinitis or bursitis.
How does it improve life?
Improving life for visually impaired.