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Engineering Independence: The Tech Behind Virtual Guide Dogs
For many, independent mobility is the ultimate goal. While traditional guide dogs and white canes have been the gold standard for decades, a new generation of assistive technology is emerging. At Red Nought, we are developing Virtual Guide Dogs, an intelligent system designed to bridge the gap between complex surroundings and safe, independent movement. But what is the technology behind this, and how does it actually guide a user through the world? The Two-Layered Navigat
rachelb78
May 282 min read


Under the Hood: How Spatial Audio Creates a Digital Safety Net
A look behind the scenes at our pathfinding logic for indoor navigation We’ve talked about the mission; now, we want to show you the technology. Navigation for the sight loss community has traditionally relied on physical touch or verbal instructions. While both are vital, they don't always provide a full "sense" of a room. Our approach is different. We use 3D Spatial Audio to turn a building's layout into a map you can hear. Static maps are out of date the moment they are pr
rachelb78
Apr 281 min read
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