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Convert selected signs from the existing sign language keyboard into written text for easier communication.
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Accessibility Technology · AI-Assisted Communication
Bridge Sign Language and Written Communication in One Platform
The Two-Way Sign Language Communication Platform helps Deaf and hearing users communicate through sign-to-text and text-to-sign workflows. It combines an existing sign language keyboard, AI-assisted translation, and an animated 3D avatar to create a more accessible mobile communication experience.
2-Way
Communication Experience
Sign-to-text and text-to-sign workflows
3D
Signing Avatar
Animated visual sign language output
Android
Mobile Platform
Built for accessible mobile communication
About the Platform
What Is the Two-Way Sign Language Communication Platform?
The Two-Way Sign Language Communication Platform is an Android-based accessibility solution designed to help Deaf and hearing users communicate more easily through sign language and written text. It extends an existing sign language keyboard into a broader communication experience by supporting both sign-to-text and text-to-sign interactions.
Users can select signs through the keyboard and convert them into written text, while written text can be translated into sign language and displayed through an animated 3D avatar. This creates a practical two-way communication experience within a single mobile application.
Key Capabilities
Text-to-Sign Translation
Turn written text into sign language sequences through an AI-assisted translation workflow.
3D Signing Avatar
Display translated sign language visually through an animated 3D avatar.
Sign Language Dictionary Integration
Connect sign vocabulary and sign representation data with the translation workflow to support accurate communication output.
Platform Features
Powerful accessibility features built for two-way communication
The platform brings sign language and written communication into one mobile experience, giving users practical tools to communicate in both directions through sign input, text translation, and animated visual output.
Sign-to-Text Communication
Users can select signs through the existing sign language keyboard and convert them into written text that can be read and shared with people who do not use sign language.
Text-to-Sign Translation
Written text is processed through the translation workflow and converted into sign language sequences for visual communication.
Animated 3D Signing Avatar
Translated sign language is displayed through an animated 3D avatar, creating a clear visual experience for sign-based communication.
Sign Language Keyboard Integration
The platform extends the existing sign language keyboard, allowing users to compose messages by selecting multiple signs and converting them into written sentences.
Sign Language Dictionary Integration
Sign vocabulary and representation data are integrated into the platform to support conversion between written language and sign-based output.
Mobile Accessibility Experience
Built for Android, the platform provides a mobile-first interface designed to make sign language communication more practical and accessible in everyday use.
Sentence Composition & Editing
Users can combine multiple signs into a sentence, make basic edits, and prepare the final message before sharing it.
Scalable Language Support
The platform is designed around sign-language dictionaries, creating a foundation for expanding vocabulary coverage and supporting additional sign languages over time.
How It Works
How the Two-Way Sign Language Communication Platform works
The platform supports communication in both directions, allowing users to move between sign language and written text within one mobile experience. It combines sign input, translation workflows, sign-language data, and animated visual output to make communication more accessible.
Choose a Communication Method
Users can either select signs through the sign language keyboard or enter written text, depending on how they want to communicate.
Process the Input
The platform processes the selected input through its translation workflow and sign-language data to prepare the appropriate output format.
Convert Sign to Text
When signs are selected through the keyboard, they are converted into written text that can be understood by people who do not use sign language.
Translate Text to Sign
When written text is entered, the platform converts it into corresponding sign language sequences for visual communication.
Display Through the 3D Avatar
The translated sign sequence is presented through an animated 3D avatar, allowing users to view the generated sign language output.
Support Future Expansion
The platform provides a foundation for expanding vocabulary, adding more sign languages, and improving communication capabilities over time.
Use Cases
Where the Two-Way Sign Language Platform can be used
The platform is designed for situations where Deaf and hearing users need a simple way to communicate across sign language and written text. Its two-way workflow makes it suitable for everyday interactions as well as more structured environments where accessibility matters.
01
Everyday Communication
Support day-to-day conversations by allowing sign language input to be converted into text and written messages to be displayed as sign language.
Best for
- Daily conversations
- Sign-to-text
- Text-to-sign
- Personal use
02
Healthcare Interactions
Help Deaf users communicate more clearly with healthcare staff during appointments, check-ins, and other basic interactions where sign language support may not always be available.
Best for
- Appointments
- Check-ins
- Patient communication
- Clinics
03
Education & Learning
Create more accessible communication experiences between Deaf learners, teachers, support staff, and other students in educational environments.
Best for
- Deaf learners
- Teachers
- Support staff
- Classrooms
04
Public & Social Environments
Enable more inclusive communication in community spaces and social settings by providing a digital bridge between sign language and written communication.
Best for
- Community spaces
- Social settings
- Inclusive events
- Public services
05
Customer Service
Support basic communication between Deaf customers and service teams through sign-to-text and text-to-sign interactions.
Best for
- Service desks
- Retail
- Front-line teams
- Customer support
06
Accessibility-Focused Digital Services
Provide a foundation for organizations building assistive technology, inclusive mobile experiences, and digital products designed around sign language accessibility.
Best for
- Assistive technology
- Inclusive apps
- Organizations
- Digital products
Product Experience
Designed for simple, accessible two-way communication
The product experience is built around making communication feel direct and easy to follow for both Deaf and hearing users. Instead of separating sign language and written communication into different tools, the platform brings both interaction methods into one mobile experience.
Sign Language Keyboard Experience
Deaf users can communicate through the existing sign language keyboard, selecting signs to build sentences and convert them into written text.
Written Text Input
Hearing users can enter normal written text without needing to understand sign-language notation or technical translation steps.
Animated Sign Output
Translated text is displayed through a 3D signing avatar, giving users a visual sign-language output within the same communication flow.
Clear Interaction States
The experience includes loading, playback, error, and basic interaction states so users can understand what is happening throughout the translation process.
Mobile-First Accessibility
The platform is designed specifically for Android, keeping the experience practical for real-world mobile use and everyday communication.
Flexible Communication Flow
Users can move between sign-based input and written communication depending on the situation, creating a more natural two-way experience within a single application.
Pricing
Simple access, with flexible options as you grow
Choose a starting option based on how you plan to use the platform. Final free-versus-paid feature access will be confirmed before launch.
$0
Start exploring the platform
Start exploring the platform with access to selected communication features. Exact features included in the free plan will be finalized before launch.
- Access selected core features
- Explore sign language communication
- Try the mobile experience
- No upfront cost
Custom
For organizations & broader access
Need broader access, additional language support, or a tailored setup for your organization? Talk to us about the right option for your requirements.
- Custom access requirements
- Additional sign language support
- Organization-specific needs
- Flexible deployment and support options
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
About Two-Way Sign Language Platform
What is the Two-Way Sign Language Communication Platform?+
It is an Android-based accessibility platform designed to help Deaf and hearing users communicate through sign-to-text and text-to-sign workflows within one mobile experience.
Who is the platform designed for?+
The platform is designed for Deaf users, hearing users, and organizations that want to make communication more accessible through sign language and written text.
How does sign-to-text communication work?+
Users select signs through the existing sign language keyboard, combine them into a message, and convert that message into written text that can be read or shared.
How does text-to-sign translation work?+
A user enters written text, and the platform processes it through the translation workflow before displaying the corresponding sign-language sequence through an animated avatar.
Does the platform use a 3D signing avatar?+
Yes. The platform includes a 3D avatar that visually displays translated sign-language output.
Is the platform available on Android?+
Yes. The current product scope is focused on Android.
Is there an iOS version?+
Not in the current scope. iOS was deliberately excluded from the initial milestone because of limitations around internet-enabled custom keyboards and Apple’s Full Access requirements.
Can users compose full sentences using the sign language keyboard?+
Yes. The platform supports selecting multiple signs, composing sentences, and performing basic edits before sharing the message.
Can sign-to-text functionality work offline?+
Offline sign-to-text composition is planned where the existing keyboard data allows it.
Which sign languages can the platform support?+
Support depends on the availability of a suitable sign-language dictionary. ASL, BSL, PSL, CSL/ZGS, Russian Sign Language, and LIBRAS are being considered as language options or expansion priorities.
Can additional sign languages be added later?+
Yes. The platform is designed around sign-language dictionaries, so additional languages can be introduced when sufficient vocabulary, notation, and validation resources are available.
Does every sign language use the same dictionary?+
No. ASL, BSL, PSL, and other sign languages are different languages and require their own sign dictionaries.
How accurate is the text-to-sign translation?+
The initial output should be treated as sign-supported or simplified translation rather than guaranteed perfectly natural sign-language translation. Sign languages have their own grammar, so validation by Deaf or native signers is important.
Does the platform recognize sign language through a camera?+
Camera-based signed-video recognition is not part of the initial engineering scope. The first milestone uses the existing sign language keyboard for sign-to-text communication.
Will voice or video recognition be supported?+
Voice and video capabilities are deferred to future milestones rather than being included in the initial release.
Can the platform be used in healthcare or education?+
The broader product concept is intended to reduce communication barriers in environments such as everyday interactions, education, healthcare, and social settings.
Is the platform suitable for organizations?+
Yes. The product can provide a foundation for organizations building accessible communication experiences, assistive technology, or services that need to support sign-language users.
Is the platform free to use?+
The product is planned with a free-versus-paid access model, but the exact features that will remain free have not yet been finalized.
Will there be paid plans or subscriptions?+
Yes. Monthly, quarterly, and yearly subscription options are planned, although the final prices and free-trial terms are still to be confirmed.
Can the platform be expanded with more accessibility features?+
Yes. The current platform provides a foundation for expanded vocabulary, additional sign languages, enhanced translation, voice-based communication, and broader assistive-technology capabilities in future versions.
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