YeongSil

Inspiration

What it does# YeongSil - Navigation Assistant for the Visually Impaired

YeongSil (영실) is an intelligent navigation assistant designed specifically for elderly and visually impaired individuals. Using advanced AI technology, YeongSil provides real-time guidance and text reading assistance through voice commands and audio feedback.

What is YeongSil?

YeongSil is a voice-activated mobile web application that helps visually impaired users navigate their environment safely and independently. It uses your phone's camera and microphone to understand your surroundings and provide helpful guidance.

Key Features

Voice Commands

"Scan surroundings" - Get navigation guidance about your environment
"Read" - Have text from signs, documents, or labels read aloud to you

Audio Feedback

All guidance is spoken out loud automatically
Clear, natural voice instructions
No need to read text on screen

Mobile-Friendly

Works on smartphones and tablets
Uses your device's camera and microphone
Simple, large buttons for easy interaction

Getting Started

What You Need

A smartphone or tablet with a camera
Internet connection
Modern web browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox)

How to Use YeongSil

Open YeongSil
- Navigate to the YeongSil website
- The app will load automatically
Start the Service
- Tap the large "Start Navigation Service" button
- Allow camera and microphone permissions when prompted
- You'll hear: "Navigation service active"
Use Voice Commands
- For navigation help: Say "Scan surroundings" or "Scan"
- For reading text: Say "Read" or "Read this"
- YeongSil will respond with voice guidance
Listen to Guidance
- All responses are spoken automatically
- You don't need to read anything on screen
- Guidance includes directions and object locations