DOVER, DE / ACCESS Newswire / April 2, 2025 / Cadre Technologies Services, under the leadership of Founder & CEO Muneer Khan, is making groundbreaking strides in assistive technology with the development of AI-enabled smart glasses for the visually impaired. The innovative wearable device is designed to empower visually impaired individuals by offering real-time object recognition, facial identification, and text-to-speech capabilities, transforming the way they interact with the world.
Muneer Khan and Dr. Shantanu Awasthi
The company has recently filed a patent for the AI-enabled glasses and is in the prototyping and testing phase. Trials involving visually impaired individuals are underway to refine the device's capabilities. Leveraging Optical Character Recognition (OCR), LiDAR technology, facial recognition, and a real-time SOS system, the smart glasses aim to provide enhanced accessibility and security to users.
"Blind individuals will be able to recognize their loved ones, read text, identify objects, and navigate their environment safely-all without human assistance," said Muneer Khan, Founder & CEO of Cadre Technologies Services, and a Columbia University graduate in Electrical Engineering. "This innovation represents a significant step in bridging the gap between technology and inclusivity."
Driving Innovation in AI Accessibility
The AI-powered glasses were first introduced at the Indian Institute of Technology's tech festival in December 2024, where they demonstrated remarkable accuracy in object recognition-from small items like peas to complex objects like knives and vegetables. The wearable device, named VisionPro, integrates features such as multi-language support, gesture recognition, cloud synchronization, and real-time voice assistance to enhance user experience.
Dr. Shantanu Awasthi, an Assistant Professor at MSSU, Joplin, USA, specializing in Data Science, Computer Vision, and Artificial Intelligence, has played a crucial role in the research and development of VisionPro. His expertise has contributed to refining the AI algorithms that power the smart glasses, ensuring precision and efficiency in real-world applications.
A Global Vision for AI Accessibility
The Cadre team's recognition as the Young Innovator of the Year 2025 at the University of Oxford, UK on March 21st, 2025 in the early startup category represents a significant milestone, earning them global recognition. This prestigious award not only highlights their groundbreaking innovation on an international stage but also contributes to the advancement of emerging assistive technologies, shaping the future of inclusive solutions.
While the initial rollout is focused on India and the United States, Cadre Technologies Services aims to expand globally, recognizing the widespread need for AI-powered accessibility tools. "This is not just an innovation for one country-it's a solution for visually impaired individuals worldwide," added Muneer Khan.
For more information on the development of AI-powered glasses, visit www.cadretechservices.com.
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