HandsFree Haptic Communicator - Kelvin Tan
Channel: FOSSASIA
Date: 26/08/2023

There are several potential benefits of having a shoe-based communicator device that replaces the traditional keyboard.

Here are some possible advantages:

Hands-free communication: With a shoe-based communicator device, users can communicate without having to use their hands. This can be particularly useful in situations where people need to keep their hands free for other tasks, such as when working with their hands or carrying items.

Greater mobility: Since shoes are worn on the feet, a shoe-based communicator device could potentially provide greater mobility than a traditional keyboard. Users could move around freely while still communicating, which could be particularly useful in situations such as sports or outdoor activities.

Discreet communication: A shoe-based communicator device could allow for discreet communication, as users could send messages without others knowing. This could be particularly useful in situations where people need to communicate without drawing attention to themselves, such as in a crowded room or during a meeting.

Accessibility: For people with disabilities that make it difficult to use a traditional keyboard, a shoe-based communicator device could provide a more accessible way to communicate. For example, people with limited hand mobility or dexterity could use their feet to type messages.

Novelty: A shoe-based communicator device could simply be a fun and novel way to communicate. It could appeal to people who enjoy trying new technologies or gadgets, and could become a conversation starter or fashion accessory.

Kelvin Tan
Entrepreneur and Senior Lecturer, Republic Polytechnic
Passion and interest in Robotics, IoT, Artificial Intelligence and Emergent Technologies.

Professional / Business experience:
- AI ML
- Embedded electronics
- Cloud technologies / architecture
- Business development / partnership / contract / operations.
- Semiconductor Front end equipment (Pre-sales, Applications, Operations - Inspection / Metrology)
- Semiconductor Back end equipment (Applications and Operations - IC / PCBA testing)
- B2B customized automotive electronics system supply to car dealers
- B2B robotic supplies and prototypes to universities, polytechnics, MOE and private schools.
- B2B analytics. People Analytics IoT devices for parks, buildings, government offices, commercial spaces,
- Lecturing and coaching BEng (Hons) Final Year Projects projects.
- Enjoys hands-on building, 3D design, modeling and fabrication, coding (multiple programming languages).
- Patent search, patent filing