Ara's ultrasonic and lidar sensors continuously scan your surroundings. Each sensor, meticulously engineered, offers distinct advantages. Together, they provide a comprehensive view of the world around you, identifying obstacles based on their height level: top, mid, and low.
Once the data is captured, Ara's powerful AI processes it in real-time. It determines the type, location, and height level of obstacles, ensuring you're always aware of potential challenges in your path. Importantly, Ara filters out any object that's out of your body's range, so you only receive alerts about obstacles that are relevant to your movement.
Ara doesn't just stop at understanding the environment; it communicates its findings to you. Instead of overwhelming you with raw data, Ara translates its insights into an intuitive haptic language, making it easy for you to grasp and react.
By merging the precision of light-based sensors with the expansive field of view from ultrasound, Ara offers unparalleled navigation insights without the use of cameras. This commitment to privacy ensures you can confidently use Ara in any setting, from security-sensitive areas like airports to the comfort of your home. Dive into a world where technology meets discretion, empowering you to move with unmatched assurance
1 An upward-pointing ultrasonic sensor dedicated to top-level overhead detection.
2. Side-mounted ultrasonic sensors on each side and a forward-facing combination of lidar and ultrasonic sensors for mid-level obstacle detection.
3. Dual lidar sensors angled downwards complemented by an ultrasonic sensor for low-level obstacle detection.
This strategic sensor placement ensures mobility, reliability, and stability, offering consistent and reliable feedback across all obstacle heights.
4. The device's rear is cushioned with haptic foam, embedded with six tactile actuators that rest gently against the user's chest.
To further enhance the sensory experience, each of the adjustable straps is equipped with its own haptic actuator, culminating in a total of ten, for a fully immersive feedback system.
Side-mounted ultrasonic sensors on each side and a forward-facing combination of lidar and ultrasonic sensors for mid-level obstacle detection.
An upward-pointing ultrasonic sensor dedicated to top-level overhead detection.
Dual lidar sensors angled downwards complemented by an ultrasonic sensor for low-level obstacle detection.
To further enhance the sensory experience, each of the adjustable straps is equipped with its own haptic actuator, culminating in a total of ten, for a fully immersive feedback system.
This strategic sensor placement ensures mobility, reliability, and stability, offering consistent and reliable feedback across all obstacle heights.
The device's rear is cushioned with haptic foam, embedded with six tactile actuators that rest gently against the user's chest.
An upward-pointing ultrasonic sensor dedicated to top-level overhead detection.
Side-mounted ultrasonic sensors on each side and a forward-facing combination of lidar and ultrasonic sensors for mid-level obstacle detection.
Dual lidar sensors angled downwards complemented by an ultrasonic sensor for low-level obstacle detection.
Each interaction helps Ara refine its algorithms, ensuring it becomes even more attuned to your needs over time. Beyond its current capabilities, Ara's scalable hardware and Wi-Fi updates mean we're always poised to integrate new features and advancements. As the world of technology progresses, Ara not only keeps pace but anticipates the future, ensuring you always have a state-of-the-art, ever-evolving companion by your side.
Using its array of sensors, Ara scans the environment in real-time, identifying potential obstacles in the user's path. The device then categorizes these obstacles based on their level (top, mid, low) and type. Once identified, Ara provides accurate and timely alerts through haptic vibration patterns, ensuring you can navigate your surroundings with confidence and safety.
The feedback patterns vary based on the location of detected obstacles, whether they're at the top, mid, or low level. This intuitive "haptic language" eliminates the need for users to learn new cues or signals. It's designed to be universally understood, breaking down language barriers. And as with all aspects of Ara, this haptic language is continually refined, ensuring improved communication over time.
Enhance your trusted navigation methods with Ara's 'White Cane Mode.' It complements your cane or guide dog by muting low-level alerts while keeping you informed of higher obstacles. Ara is all about integrating with your lifestyle, providing a personalized navigation experience that respects and enhances your existing practices.
Experience smart efficiency with Ara's adaptive power mode. It conserves energy when you're still and activates instantly with movement, keeping pace with your life. For continuous readiness, simply disable this feature. Ara is tailored to fit your preferences, ensuring it's always on when you need it.
With Ara, you're equipped to detect a diverse range of obstacles at different levels, such as:
Low-hanging branches
Open cabinet doors
Dangling cables
Ceiling lamps
Street signs
Shop signs
Archways or beams
When Ara detects any of the obstacles mentioned above, you'll be alerted with a three-pulse vibration pattern on the top strap's actuators.
Parking bars
Parking chains
Walls or barriers
Poles or posts
People standing or walking
Fences or railings
When Ara detects any of the obstacles mentioned above, you'll be alerted with a three-pulse vibration pattern on the haptic foam actuators.
Benches
Chairs
Stools
Small furniture
Stairs going up
Planters
Low walls or barriers
When Ara detects any of the obstacles mentioned above, you'll be alerted with a three-pulse vibration pattern on the top strap's actuators.
Stairs going down
Holes
Precipices
Drains or grates
When Ara detects any of the obstacles mentioned above, you'll be alerted with a three-pulse vibration pattern on the top strap's actuators.
from the comfort of familiar settings to structured spaces and the unpredictable outdoors.
In structured settings like malls, campuses, and airports, while pathways and rules guide movement, unexpected obstacles can arise. Ara seamlessly helps you navigate these challenges, ensuring confident movement, whether shopping, studying, or traveling.
Streets and open areas are filled with unpredictable obstacles, from parked cars to overhead branches. Ara's sensors continuously monitor these challenges, offering real-time alerts. Additionally, Ara seamlessly integrates with traditional aids like white canes or guide dogs, enhancing your overall navigation experience.
In known spaces like your home, unexpected obstacles can still appear, such as a moved couch or an open cabinet. Ara acts as an extension of your senses, helping you navigate confidently and ensuring safety in familiar environments.
Every individual's journey with Ara is unique.
Progress at a pace that feels right for you. Whether you choose to explore all levels or find comfort in specific phases, we're here to support you every step of the way.
Risk-free with our 30-day satisfaction guarantee. If it's not the perfect fit for you, simply return it and we'll refund your purchase.
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