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Augmented reality used to grant sight to the blind

02/21/201302/20/2013 Jorge Gonzalez

Augmented reality could cure blindness Combining technology with biology has been restricted to the realm of science-fiction for years. Commonly known as bionics, this concept is feasible despite the fact that it is a very common element in movies, books, and other forms of entertainment. As technology has become more advanced, bionics are quickly becoming more feasible. Recently, researchers in the realm of bionics have begun to focus on augmented reality, suggesting that this technology could be the key to unlocking a new generation of prosthesis for humans. Device used…

Augmented reality glasses allow people blind in one eye to experience binocular vision

01/26/201301/24/2013 Julie Campbell

Google glass augmented reality glasses wearable technology

Depth perception becomes possible using AR technology among individuals with single eye blindness. New software that has been implemented into augmented reality goggles that has allowed individuals with one eye to experience depth perception by projecting the additional images for the healthy eye. This provides the wearer of the AR glasses with an enhanced perception of depth. Being able to judge three dimensional distances has, until now, been a capability that has been limited to individuals who have two functioning eyes. This helps people to be able to judge the…