Experimental biology : new sight for the blind

Duration: 0:18:36

Genre: Disability | Educational

Year Published: 1965

Creator: Indiana University Audio-Visual Center: Distributor | National Educational Television: Distributor

Format: 16mm

Color: B&W

Sound: sound

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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