AI for the Creation of Accessible Graphics for People who are Blind or Have Low Vision

Primary supervisor

Matthew Butler

Access to visual information, such as information graphics, is compromised for people who are blind or have low vision (BLV). Access is typically provided through written or verbal descriptions, or tactile graphics. These, however, are often provided by specialist producers which takes time and reduces the agency of the person for when they get the alternate format and also the ability to make their own interpretations.

This project seeks to explore the role of AI-based technologies for the design and production of accessible graphics for people who are blind or have low vision. By adopting these technologies, BLV people may be able to become a primary producer of their own accessible content, when it most suits them.

Aim/outline

This project will:

  • Examine existing AI systems for suitability for generating accessible graphics that conform to accepted international design guidelines;
  • Design AI-based tools for the design and production of accessible graphics;
  • Work with key stakeholders to determine the best roles for “humans in the loop” and adoption into current accessible graphics workflows;
  • Explore how these new production methods integrate into emerging accessible graphics delivery systems;
  • Create a set of evidence-based resources for accessible graphics production organisations to support the adoption of AI-based design and production tools.

URLs/references

https://www.monash.edu/it/hcc/research/inclusive-technologies

Required knowledge

Understanding of current AI systems, and the ability to work with them for bespoke use.

Willingness to work with key stakeholders, including touch readers and accessible graphics producers.