E-SIGHT Field Testing: Results and Learnings
E-SIGHT Field Testing: Results and Learnings
After months of development, we recently conducted extensive field testing of our E-SIGHT prototype with members of the visually impaired community. The feedback and data collected have been invaluable in refining our product.
Testing Methodology
We recruited 25 participants with varying degrees of visual impairment, from partial to complete vision loss. Each participant used E-SIGHT in different environments:
- Urban streets with high pedestrian traffic
- Public transportation hubs
- Indoor shopping centers
- Residential neighborhoods
Participants were given tasks to navigate to specific locations while researchers observed and recorded their experiences.
Key Findings
Navigation Accuracy
E-SIGHT achieved an 87% accuracy rate in obstacle detection, with particularly strong performance in identifying:
- Approaching pedestrians
- Uneven surfaces
- Overhead obstacles
User Experience
Participant feedback highlighted several strengths:
- Comfortable grip and lightweight design
- Intuitive haptic feedback system
- Unobtrusive audio cues
- Reliable battery life
Areas for improvement included:
- Enhanced detection of glass surfaces
- More granular feedback for different types of obstacles
- Improved performance in high-noise environments
Impact Stories
"For the first time in years, I felt confident walking through a crowded mall without assistance. The E-SIGHT detected obstacles I would have missed with my traditional cane." - Test Participant
Next Steps
Based on testing results, we've prioritized several enhancements for the next prototype iteration:
- Advanced material recognition algorithms
- Customizable feedback intensity
- Integration with smartphone navigation apps
- Weather-resistant housing improvements
We're grateful to all participants for their valuable feedback and are excited to incorporate these learnings into making E-SIGHT even more effective.