The CPD's Sachin Pavithran is the CPD's assistive technology specialist and law and policy coordinator. He is also a member of the research and development committee of the National Federation of the Blind—and because of that connection he was involved in the development of a car that can be driven by someone who is blind.
The vehicle, a modified Ford Escape, debuted last month at the Rolex 24 in a pre-race demonstration at Daytona. Driver Mark Anthony Riccobono not only navigated 1.5 miles of the course but also avoided obstacles... Read more
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This is incredible. It will be interesting to see if they are able to make the end result a safe driving experience so that blind people will be legally able to drive on the road. At a minimum, the technology should be able to be used in other interesting ways. Good for these scientists for the neat use of technology! - Adrian Meli
ReplyDeleteDear Sachin,
ReplyDeleteCongrats on this Great Work.
Wish u all the best.
Elvis