K. D.
BACKGROUND
During my Master's at UCD, I completed this project as an assignment where I proposed a futuristic technology. Initially presented as an advertisement video, I later, decided to extend the concept into an app form.
THE CONCEPT
I got an inspiration while working at Aldias a student, when a speech-impaired customer needed help finding a product. Her translator conveyed the message to me in spoken English.
This experience made me realise the communication challenges faced by disabled individuals on a daily basis, restricting their ability to communicate independently.
THE PROBLEM
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Constant dependency (Visual and Personal)
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Availability of a Translator
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Such strategies that are effective for simple transactional purposes (Kusters, Citation-1), Citation-2) are not when more in depth communication is required; for example when accessing public services or fulfilling professional roles.
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Communication rift between individuals Sign Langua Users and Non- Sign Language Users.
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Non-native sign languages.
Research by Reeves & Kokoruwe (2009)
UI DESIGN
I attempted to keep the interface fun yet functional. I decided to design the interface by experimenting with the latest trends of 2023/2024. I follwed a playful, 3D approach of design.
