Building Accessibility: iPass, Curb to Car, and AI Solutions

In this episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece introduce the iPass, a small German-made mobility aid that uses LiDAR to transform environmental distances into stereo audio cues. Unlike sonar-based devices, iPass delivers highly accurate, low-latency spatial feedback, helping users detect obstacles, open doors, and even estimate how many people are in a room.

They’re joined by Eugenio Rustico, founder of Sound Reasoning, who shares the story behind iPass, its training curve, and real-world use cases—from locating train edges to navigating crowded supermarkets—while also discussing pricing, insurance considerations, and plans for European distribution.

The episode also features listener contributions about creating accessible tech experiences, including the Curb to Car app, MIT Accessible Technology Club co-design opportunities, and personal experiences using AI tools like Claude for accessible game creation.

Relevant Links

Curb to Car App: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/curbtocar/id6748715225

CurbToCar

MIT Accessible Technology Club: [email protected]

Sound Reasoning (iPass): https://www.soundreasoning.de