Saarthi: A Smart Cane

Saarthi is an innovative product that can be used to sense the surroundings of visually impaired people, which will help them in navigating their dark world. Saarthi can be attached to the white cane and the user will be able to sense the obstacles through feedback in the form of a buzzing sound and vibrating sensations. A powerful battery and microcontroller have been used to make it more effective and long-lasting with the availability of three accurate ranges.

Saarthi comes with built-in detection sensors which help the user easily and accurately identify the surroundings of the person using the device. The device gives off a buzz instantaneously, in case it encounters an obstacle at a height above the knee of the person. Ergonomically designed, this device can be mounted on and used along with the traditional white cane as well as without it. It has a powerful battery that lasts up to 30 days, which removes the hassle of charging the product quite often. Made out of robust material, this device has a shelf life of around 5 years.

Torchit is a Govt. of India-aided social-tech startup that empowers People with Disabilities to lead a dignified, independent, and meaningful life through the design & development of technological solutions using AI and ML.

We have taken up the mission to empower the PwDs across the world to lead more independent, meaningful, and connected lives through the use of simplistic, effective yet affordable assistive devices and with a mission to create a self-sustaining ecosystem that fosters inclusive growth for differently-abled persons through enabling assistive mobility & accessibility, financial sustenance, and literacy.