AIST and Tohoku University have jointly developed an auditory orientation training system for the visually impaired, with the cooperation of Tohoku Gakuin University, Tohoku Fukushi University, and NRCD. This technology artificially reproduces the clues to auditory orientation used by a visually impaired person during walking, such as the movement and reflection of sounds, by using three-dimensional acoustic technology. Through downsizing and cost reduction, the researchers have developed it into a practical training system that allows a visually impaired person who has just started orientation and mobility training to receive auditory orientation training safely and effectively. Use of this system is expected to help improve the safety and efficiency of rehabilitation and special needs education and promote participation of the visually impaired in social activities.
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