What is Talking Points? A system which integrates an internet connected mobile device, Radio...

What is Talking Points?

A system which integrates an internet connected mobile device, Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Tags, and a socially driven online database.

Components

Mobile Device• Bluetooth• Headphone• EVDO Internet Connectivity• USB 2.0 • Small• Long-lasting Battery• Windows or Linux

Wireless Headset• Bluetooth• Long-lasting Battery

RFID Tag• Unpowered• Durable• Unobtrusive• Unique Serial Number

RFID Reader• USB Interface• 120 X 105 X 21 millimeters• 200 grams• Low power utilization

Website• Coded in Ruby on Rails• User Generated Content• Meets Accessibility Standards• Interacts with Mobile Device

Putting It All Together

Research Objective

To establish the feasibility of community driven contextual information systems for the blind.

Project Objectives

1. Create a prototype TalkingPoints system2. Publish a technical paper

We need you!

Seeking experienced JAVA programmer

Benefits to you

1. 1 – 3 independent study credits depending on commitment level.

2. Co-author of a published paper3. Part of a well-funded project

Interested?

Contact us!

miknow@ctools.umich.edu