New Sight for the Blind

Duration: 22

Year Published: 1966

Creator: WNET/13

Format: 16mm

Color: B&W

Description: Demonstrates experimental sensory devices being developed at Stanford Research Institute which may one day replace conventional aids for blind people. Pictures a buzzer, operated by a photo-electric cell, which signals contrasts and boundaries in the physical environment. Demonstrates two devices which may eventually replace the Braille system. Briefly discusses bio-sonar research with human beings.

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