RFID Cane Design

University students integrate RFID technology into canes that guide the blind to improve navigation and safety. The initial design will continue to be refined in further research projects. ...

... "Yelamarthi said it's one of the first outdoor applications of RFID and said he plans for students in upcoming classes to further refine the system while he seeks grants to speed the research. " ...

Via Associated Press: Cane with e-tags