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"Experiencing Eclipses: Harnessing Technology for Inclusive Sensory Experiences"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN

Harvard University astronomers have developed a device called LightSound that converts the intensity of light during a solar eclipse into audible tones, allowing people with blindness or low vision to experience the event. The project aims to make astronomical phenomena accessible through sonification, and the devices will be distributed at eclipse-viewing events. Additionally, the Eclipse Soundscapes app and partnerships with organizations like NASA and the National Park Service aim to provide multisensory experiences for people with disabilities during the eclipse. The team behind LightSound hopes to inspire young scientists and expand the initiative globally.

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"Experience the 2024 Solar Eclipse: A Guide for the Visually Impaired"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times

In preparation for the upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, a woman named Kiki Smith, who is blind, is organizing an inclusive public gathering in Rochester, N.Y., prioritizing accessibility for people with vision loss. The event will feature specially designed devices called LightSound, which translate changing light intensity into musical tones, allowing blind and visually impaired individuals to experience the eclipse through sound. Around 900 LightSound devices are being distributed across the United States to enable those with limited vision or blindness to participate in this rare celestial event.

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