ClearWay Mobility Introduces Obstacle Detection Device to be Added to the Standard White Cane Used by Visually Impaired People
A 17-year-old student from Mumbai has developed a smart attachment for white canes that uses vibration to alert visually impaired users to obstacles. The device is designed to be affordable and easy to use without requiring a smartphone.
Why it matters
Low-cost, accessible assistive technology can significantly improve the mobility and independence of visually impaired individuals in urban environments.
The device adds obstacle alerts to a standard white cane without requiring users to change canes or rely on a smartphone
MUMBAI, India , Aug. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- What began as a school science-fair project five years ago has developed into ClearWay Mobility, a smart attachment designed to add obstacle detection to the standard white cane used by visually impaired people.
Developed by 17-year-old Mumbai student Jaiveer Talwar, ClearWay fits onto a standard white cane and alerts the user to obstacles in their path through vibration, with optional audio feedback. The idea is not to replace the white cane, but to add useful technology to something users already know and are comfortable using.
The attachment has been designed around three priorities: affordability, reliability and ease of use. It works independently, without requiring a smartphone, app or a change in the user's existing cane.
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