ECHOLENS: Smart Glasses for Real-time speech display for deaf individuals

Abstract: Communication is a fundamental human need, and for deaf individuals, the barriers posed by auditory impairments can be particularly isolating. Smart glasses, equipped with cutting-edge technology, have emerged as a promising solution to bridge the communication gap for the deaf community. This abstract explores the concept and implications of smart glasses designed to display spoken words in real-time during conversations, enabling deaf individuals to engage seamlessly in verbal interactions. Smart glasses for real-time speech display leverage advanced speech recognition algorithms, microphones, and augmented reality (AR) technology to transcribe spoken words into text and project them onto the glasses' heads-up display. This innovation notonly empowers deaf individuals by providing access to conversations that were previously inaccessible but also enhances their social integration, autonomy, and overall quality of life. Additionally, it discusses the potential impact on education, employment, and social interactions, emphasizing the transformative nature of this technology in empowering the deaf community. Furthermore, the abstract touches upon the ethical considerations surrounding privacy, consent, and the need for inclusive design principles in the development of such devices. It also acknowledges ongoing research and development efforts aimed at improving accuracy, accessibility, and affordability. In conclusion, smart glasses that display words spoken by others in real-time hold immense promise in breaking down communication barriers for the deaf. This abstract highlights the potential of this technology to revolutionize the lives of deaf individuals, foster inclusive societies, and promote a more accessible and equitable future. Index Terms: Smart glasses, Augmented Reality, Dynamic spectrograms