I’m working on a project aimed at creating a unique experience for visually impaired individuals. The concept involves transforming a 2D image into a tactile, 3D representation. The goal is to make the project interactive and personal while helping the individuals feel more connected to the subject of the image. I’m currently exploring the best ways to bring this idea to life and would greatly appreciate any advice or insights that could help me improve the project and make it more impactful.
Objective: To provide a meaningful and innovative solution that can be both emotionally and practically beneficial for the individuals involved.
We have too many ideas, so you need to be a bit more specific.
Whaf kind kind of images do you work with? Medical images? Cross-sectional images? What imaging modality?
What are your constraints on the representation? 3D printing would be an obvious choice - would that be an option? There are also many haptic devices for a more dynamic experience. Which ones have you considered?
First of all, thank you very much for your response. I am not a healthcare professional, and I am not familiar with the terms you mentioned. However, I am an entrepreneur who works with 3D printing, and I aim to make a difference in the lives of visually impaired mothers. The main idea of my project is to convert black-and-white ultrasound baby images into 3D-printable formats and produce tactile models as gifts.
For this purpose, I have downloaded the necessary software from 3DSlicer.org. However, I need guidance on which data I should request from hospitals or how I can obtain this data to bring my project to life.