Lucknow: There is a ray of light for those who navigate the world in darkness. Muneer Khan28-year-old from Lakhimpur Kheri of UP has developed a special pair of glasses for the visually impaired.
The AI-enabled glasses, called VisionPro, aim to give visually impaired people a sense of virtual understanding and vision. “I hope this invention emerges as a ray of hope for millions of people to get their light back,” says Khan, founder of a startup called Cadre Technologies Services Limited.
He has applied for a patent in India for his invention.
Supported by Columbia University and to be unveiled at the upcoming Techfest at IIT-Bombay on December 16-17, the AI glassesEquipped with cutting-edge technology, they help users recognize common objects, identify obstacles, recognize faces, differentiate between medications and foods, and even read text aloud through a small advanced speaker or bone conduction device built into the device. frame.
“This feature allows users to navigate unfamiliar environments more safely and efficiently,” explains Khan, whose passion for assistive technologies emerged during an internship at a research institute in France, where he worked on the development of artificial limbs.
“It was a unique experience and opened up a world of opportunities in biomedical engineering and assistive technologies. My personal experiences in various organizations for people with visual impairments inspired me to focus on sensor technologies and create a device for them,” he says.
Khan, a graduate of Columbia University, says these are not mere spectacles; They are an intricate fusion of innovation and practicality designed to serve as eyes for those who need them.
When asked what sets them apart from other glasses, he says, “It’s their reliance on AI to interpret and understand the world around them.” He adds: “Whether to avoid an unexpected descent or to recognize the face of a loved one, these glasses strive to offer users an enriched perception of their surroundings.”
Born in the small village of Gauriya in Lakhimpur Kheri, Khan is the youngest of five siblings. He lost his father when he was only one year old. Raised by his mother and supported by his older brothers, Khan grew up in a humble farming family.
Despite the challenges, his family believed in the transformative power of education and worked tirelessly to provide him with opportunities to pursue his dreams.
After completing higher secondary school, he earned a bachelor’s degree in electronics and communications engineering from Birla Institute of Applied Sciences, Uttarakhand, before moving to Columbia University to pursue a master’s degree in electrical engineering.
While at Columbia, he worked as a research assistant at the Columbia Laboratory for Unconventional Electronics (CLUE) on innovative projects, including the development of sensor interface circuits for IoT-based gas detection. Earlier in July, Khan was felicitated with the Young Scientist Award for his innovative soil monitoring devices that provide real-time soil analysis, helping farmers optimize crop yields and reduce environmental impact.
