Solid: A Model to Analyse the Accessibility of Transport Systems for Visually Impaired People

Uzan, Gérard; Wagstaff, Peter

doi:10.1007/978-3-319-54446-5_12

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“…Train users encounter more problems than those who use other means of transport. In many cases, they have to rely on their own judgment to accomplish certain tasks, such as buying tickets, reading fares, and moving to a platform [ 38 , 39 , 40 , 41 , 42 , 43 , 44 , 45 ]. Such tasks require auditory cues based on the behavior of other users, and these may not be available when needed, as discussed in [ 23 ].…”

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Use of Auditory Cues and Other Strategies as Sources of Spatial Information for People with Visual Impairment When Navigating Unfamiliar Environments

Salih

Takeda

Kobayashi

et al. 2022

IJERPH

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This paper explores strategies that the visually impaired use to obtain information in unfamiliar environments. This paper also aims to determine how natural sounds that often exist in the environment or the auditory cues that are installed in various facilities as a source of guidance are prioritized and selected in different countries. The aim was to evaluate the utilization of natural sounds and auditory cues by users who are visually impaired during mobility. The data were collected by interviewing 60 individuals with visual impairments who offered their insights on the ways they use auditory cues. The data revealed a clear contrast in methods used to obtain information at unfamiliar locations and in the desire for the installation of auditory cues in different locations between those who use trains and those who use different transportation systems. The participants demonstrated a consensus on the need for devices that provide on-demand minimal auditory feedback. The paper discusses the suggestions offered by the interviewees and details their hopes for adjusted auditory cues. The study argues that auditory cues have high potential for improving the quality of life of people who are visually impaired by increasing their mobility range and independence level. Additionally, this study emphasizes the importance of a standardized design for auditory cues, which is a change desired by the interviewees. Standardization is expected to boost the efficiency of auditory cues in providing accurate information and assistance to individuals with visual impairment regardless of their geographical location. Regarding implications for practitioners, the study presents the need to design systems that provide minimal audio feedback to reduce the masking of natural sounds. The design of new auditory cues should utilize the already-existing imagination skills that people who have a visual impairment possess. For example, the pitch of the sound should change to indicate the direction of escalators and elevators and to distinguish the location of male and female toilets.

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Use of Auditory Cues and Other Strategies as Sources of Spatial Information for People with Visual Impairment When Navigating Unfamiliar Environments

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Takeda

Kobayashi

et al. 2022

IJERPH

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“…This is not surprising, as among our sample of 218 critical incidents, 208 deal with situations where people have to go to a specific destination, often at a specific time. Uzan and Wagstaff (2018) proposed five possible categories of motives for an urban journey: physical activity, social activity (e.g., walking around with someone), exploration of an environment, regular route (e.g., going to work), or reaching a place, object or person. The latter two motives comprise more than 95% of the complex situations in our sample.…”

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Difficulties and Problem-Solving Strategies in Wayfinding Among Adults With Cognitive Disabilities: A Look at the Bigger Picture

Delgrange

Burkhardt

Gyselinck

2020

Front. Hum. Neurosci.

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Many people with cognitive disabilities avoid outside activities, apparently for fear of getting lost. However, little is known about the nature of the difficulties encountered and the ways in which these individuals deal with them. None of the few studies on wayfinding by people with cognitive disabilities have explored the various specific difficulties they meet in everyday life. Using both a qualitative and quantitative methodology, this study aimed at profiling the types of difficulties encountered in urban mobility and the associated problem-solving strategies. In order to provide more direct evidence from the field, we conducted semi-structured interviews using the critical incident technique (Flanagan, 1954). Among the 66 participants interviewed, 44 had cognitive disabilities and 22 were matched controls. The analysis of the transcripts showed in particular an overall reduced autonomy in problem-solving strategies for people with a cognitive disability. The multiple correspondence analysis highlighted three main types of complex situations, covering a comprehensive range of complex situations that are met in everyday life by these individuals. Results also indicated that people with cognitive disabilities request assistance from another person more frequently when a complex event occurs. These situations are discussed as potential cues for improvements in navigational aids. Conclusions and perspectives are provided to improve wayfinding among people with cognitive disabilities.

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The SOLID Model of Accessibility and Its Use by the Public Transport Operators

Uzan

Pigeon

Wagstaff

2023

HCI in Mobility, Transport, and Automotive Systems

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Solid: A Model to Analyse the Accessibility of Transport Systems for Visually Impaired People

Cited by 5 publications

References 5 publications

Use of Auditory Cues and Other Strategies as Sources of Spatial Information for People with Visual Impairment When Navigating Unfamiliar Environments

Use of Auditory Cues and Other Strategies as Sources of Spatial Information for People with Visual Impairment When Navigating Unfamiliar Environments

Difficulties and Problem-Solving Strategies in Wayfinding Among Adults With Cognitive Disabilities: A Look at the Bigger Picture

The SOLID Model of Accessibility and Its Use by the Public Transport Operators

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