By Damien Gayle PUBLISHED: 12:13 EST, 28 September 2013 | UPDATED: 12:13 EST, 28 September 2013 An ultrasound sensor kit could enable people with visual impairments to ride a bicycle independently. The UltraBike unit has sensors to give the rider constant directional feedback of obstacles ahead and at each side, via vibrating buttons beneath each thumb. The device, which is detachable and can be fitted onto the handlebars of any bike, was designed by electronics engineer and entrepreneur Paul Clark. Independence: Visually impaired cyclists line up to use the Ultrabike, which uses ultrasound sensors to give the rider constant directional feedback of obstacles ahead and at each side via vibrating handlebar buttons
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Device uses same ultrasound technology as the award-winning Ultracane
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It gives riders feedback on obstacles ahead via vibrating handlebar buttons
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Makers now working with sports groups to offer cycling events for the blind
Mastermind: Dr Paul Clark, the inventor behind the Ultrabike, poses with his @placeholder device, which uses the same fundamental technology