One-Shot Wayfinding Method for Blind People via OCR and Arrow Analysis with a 360-degree Smartphone Camera
- Yutaro Yamanaka
- Seita Kayukawa
- et al.
- 2021
- EAI MobiQuitous 2021
Hello, I'm Hironobu Takagi. Since 1999, I've been at IBM Research, focusing on accessibility research to improve lives, particularly for those with disabilities. My work, recognized by an h-index of 34 and an i10-index of 90, spans developing technologies like a web accessibility tools to an autonomous navigation robot, emphasizing human-centered AI. In addition to IBM, I'm an Executive Director at Miraikan, where I help shape our approach to inspiring innovation and understanding in science and technology. My career reflects a commitment to leveraging technology for societal benefit and my goal is to foster a more inclusive world through innovation.
I received best paper awards at ACM ASSETS 2002 and 2009 and won an achievement award from the Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology in 2011. He is a member of the IBM Academy of Technology and ACM.
Twitter: hirotakagi
Googole Scholar: https://scholar.google.co.jp/citations?user=NAAdydEAAAAJ
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