Computer Networks Computer Networks I have included several categories in this section that will probably turn out to be separate listings. If you want to see the future of blind travel check out MIT's Media Lab for vision imaging. To my knowledge, the research at MIT is not being directly applied to blind mobility, but many of the projects have immediate impact. MIT is well on the way to making this a reality.
Smart spaces contain micro cameras and hidden computer processors that monitor human movement.
The system recognizes specific people and knows their habits and needs. MIT is developing smart rooms, smart interiors for cars, and smart desk spaces. A blind individual wearing smart clothing could have continual voice feedback describing and identifying friends who pass by, and whispering route information. Access to the internet would be continual. Computers that recognize affect.