ARGO
Assistive Technology
Thanks to design innovations such as this, people with disabilities are increasingly availing of the physical and social benefits of swimming. Argo is an open-source project designed to increase the autonomy of visually impaired swimmers by aiding orientation in the pool through vibrations. This assistive technology consists of three communicating devices: a laser and a photocell placed at opposite edges of the pool to detect the swimmer's movements and a wearable device attached to goggles at the back of the head.
This concept fully grasps the pain points of the target group and proposes a mature and feasible design solution, which expresses the product designers' concern for humanity.
WINNER STATEMENTWe are very proud to receive this prestigious award, which will ensure greater visibility for our project. It is confirmation that when design is conceived for the good of the whole community, including people of all abilities, recognition follows.
UNIVERSITYIuav University of Venice
Venice, IT