@inproceedings{3dd7272282ca486280039891b40867ec,
title = "Thermal imaging aid for the blind",
abstract = "To explore the efficacy of using a far infrared thermal camera with a haptic display to assist blind people In identifying humans, we performed experiments with a prototype device on five low-vision (functionally blind) subjects. Infrared allows for easy detection of human shape due to typically high contrast in temperatures from a person against their surrounding environment. Infrared cameras can be made small and inexpensive with uncooled microbolometer technology. Our study showed a great willingness by the blind subjects to use such a device after a short training session and both successful and unsuccessful operation. Future work will further develop the technology and undertake more expansive testing.",
author = "Hedin, {D. S.} and Seifert, {G. J.} and G. Dagnelie and Havey, {G. D.} and Knuesel, {R. J.} and Gibson, {P. L.}",
year = "2006",
doi = "10.1109/IEMBS.2006.259360",
language = "English (US)",
isbn = "1424400325",
series = "Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology - Proceedings",
pages = "4131--4134",
booktitle = "28th Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, EMBS'06",
note = "28th Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, EMBS'06 ; Conference date: 30-08-2006 Through 03-09-2006",
}