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Solutions for the visually impaired.

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Former Member over 9 years ago

Hi! My name is Eric. I am moderately visually impaired and I have a question. I have a friend who is completely blind and has a child who is just starting to run around and tries to get into trouble (Of course she doesn't see it as trouble, she's just having fun)! image However, sometimes it is difficult to keep track of the child, and know if she's somewhere she shouldn't be. Does anyone have any ideas on what could help her out? I'm thinking of some type of system that would notify her if the child is going somewhere in the house she shouldn't be without supervision. But also will let her find her if she goes somewhere to hide, or just falls asleep on the floor so she doesn't trip over her. Maybe even tell her the child's location in the house. Suggestions on existing products, or parts that could be used to make the product are welcome. This will be an indoor application, so GPS is probably out. Also, would like something relatively inexpensive. Thanks for your time, and for any suggestions. Eric..

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  • clem57
    clem57 over 9 years ago +1
    How about a bell tied to the back of a wearable clothes. Sound can be picked up by mics located at various places around the house connected to a microcontroller with bluetooth. A simple app on a phone…
  • jw0752
    jw0752 over 9 years ago +1
    Hi Eric How about putting a belt on the child with a module that emits a low frequency noise every couple of minutes. Low frequency travels distances well and isn't obnoxious. The unit could have a separate…
  • Former Member
    Former Member over 9 years ago in reply to clem57 +1
    Thanks for the reply. Sound is definately one of the solutions I'm considering. My only concerns would be that the child will hear the device and think it's a toy and take it off. Also, I don't know if…
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    0 jw0752 over 9 years ago

    Hi Eric

    How about putting a belt on the child with a module that emits a low frequency noise every couple of minutes. Low frequency travels distances well and isn't obnoxious. The unit could have a separate receiver where the mother could push a remote button to manually trigger the sound when necessary.

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    0 jw0752 over 9 years ago

    Hi Eric

    How about putting a belt on the child with a module that emits a low frequency noise every couple of minutes. Low frequency travels distances well and isn't obnoxious. The unit could have a separate receiver where the mother could push a remote button to manually trigger the sound when necessary.

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