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"Talk-to-Write": Kerala Student Unveils Device That Turns Words Into Written Notes
Edited by Srishti Singh Sisodia | Updated: August 05, 2025 14:38 IST
A Kerala student showcased a stunning "Talk-to-Write" device at the Ente Keralam Expo 2025, which was scheduled in May, that aims to help people with disability. The AI-assisted device can turn spoken words into handwritten notes.
Watch the video here:
In a LinkedIn post, the student Ajay H wrote that the device is an AI-powered voice-to-pen system that converts spoken words into handwritten text using a CNC pen plotter.
The electronics and communication engineering graduate revealed that the device has been created with Raspberry Pi, Arduino (GRBL) and Python.
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The student also stated that they designed the device to help people with disabilities, acting as a digital scribe that can write line by line on A4 paper.
"This platform allowed us to present how accessible, inclusive tech can be built by combining AI, embedded systems, and a clear vision for social impact," the student wrote.
"Special gratitude to my incredible team - Aparna Hari, Roobak Hari Nair, and Akash G Nair - whose dedication, creativity, and collaboration made this innovation possible," Ajay added.
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Social media users hailed the project, calling it "Excellent!". One user wrote, "That's a great idea! If you develop it further, it could be helpful to many people. Great job!"
"Really love this. Congratulations and all the best for future projects," another added.
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In another development, engineers developed a robotic system that aims to help people with mobility impairments and face difficulty in doing routine work, Virginia Tech reported.
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Published: August 05, 2025 14:36 IST
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