Good point. This reminded me that there are other things, like people's names. These can be spelled out or signs invented for them.
Hi, my name is J-O-H-N D-O-E.
What will it say if the persons makes an unknown gesture? Can it be programmed on the spot to later recognize that gesture?
This only helps one way in the conversation. It can help the deaf person be understood by those who do not know sign language. The deaf person still has to read lips (or have a pad with speech recognition) to know what is said in response.
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Good point. This reminded me that there are other things, like people's names. These can be spelled out or signs invented for them. Hi, my name is J-O-H-N D-O-E. What will it say if the persons makes an unknown gesture? Can it be programmed on the spot to later recognize that gesture?
This only helps one way in the conversation. It can help the deaf person be understood by those who do not know sign language. The deaf person still has to read lips (or have a pad with speech recognition) to know what is said in response.
libertarian = liberty from excess government? or just a convenient platform to get attention?