From customer to product: design tools for the visually impaired

2025/09/30 by Eduardo Augusto Monteiro de Almeida, de Almeida, Eduardo Augusto Monteiro, Guillaume Thomann +3
Neuroscience · Social Sciences · #Tactile and Sensory Interactions #Digital Accessibility for Disabilities #Technology Use by Older Adults

paper · pdf · doi:10.48550/arxiv.2511.11577

Abstract

Navigation in new or unknown environments is vital, especially for visually impaired individuals. While many solutions exist, few are tailored to specific disabilities, often due to limited collaboration with handicap users in the design process. This article examines 7 tools that enable visually impaired users to participate in design, selected through a systematic review and analyzed for affinities, differences, and applications. The study suggests correlations among the tools, offering a foundation for a methodology that enhances inclusive design and accessibility.

Citations

• Navigating in the Dark -- Designing Autonomous Driving Features to Assist Old Adults with Visual Impairments

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