SalvageGarden Makerspace

13/11/2025

30/10/2025

Ever wondered how AI vision and speech can combine to guide visually impaired people safely through their surroundings? 👓

Meet the OpenAI Glasses for Navigation project by AI-FanGe
— an assistive device built with Seeed Studio XIAO ESP32S3, leveraging AI-based object detection and speech feedback to guide users through their surroundings.

The project leverages the XIAO ESP32S3’s onboard camera and microphone to run object detection models locally, process environmental data, and generate contextual voice prompts. Compact, power-efficient, and fully open source, it demonstrates how edge AI can truly make accessibility more inclusive.

This inspiring build opens doors for AI-driven assistive technologies, wearable computing, and smart IoT design for social good.

🔍 Check out the full project on GitHub: http://bit.ly/3X13Ons

25/10/2025

💜 We’re all decked out in purple in celebration of the Purple Parade happening today, 25 Oct, Sat!

This annual movement champions inclusion and celebrates the abilities of persons with disabilities, which is a cause close to our hearts at Esplanade.

The Purple Symphony will also be performing in the upcoming Beautiful Sunday performance Tunes in Purple on 2 Nov, Sun at the Esplanade Concert Hall.

As Singapore's national performing arts centre, we believe the arts are for everyone. From accessible performances to Relaxed Environment shows and barrier-free facilities, we continue working towards making Esplanade a space where all can feel welcome.

P.S.: If you're around Esplanade, look out for our purple dome lights shining bright tonight!

22/10/2025

🌟 Make Inclusive Tech Sundays with Salvage Garden is expanding to Woodlands, Jurong and Tampines Regional Libraries from 26 Oct 2025!

💡 Learn how assistive technology supports people with different needs. Join us to learn together and co-create 3D printable assistive devices at your nearest regional library.

Walk-in or wheel-in to
📍 Woodlands L3 | Jurong L2 | Punggol L4 | Tampines L4
🗓️ Sundays, 🕛 from 12 noon to 2.30 pm

Let’s make assistive technology, together! 🤝💚

Follow us for simple yet impactful life solutions!

16/10/2025

14/10/2025

🌟 Make Inclusive Tech Sundays with Salvage Garden is expanding to Woodlands, Jurong and Tampines Regional Libraries from 26 Oct 2025.
💡 Learn how assistive technology supports people with different needs. Join us to learn together and co-create 3D printable assistive devices at your nearest regional library.
Let’s make assistive technology, together! 🤝💚

Walk-in or wheel-in to📍
Level 4, 🗓️ every Sunday,
🕛 from 12 noon to 2.30 pm
Follow us for simple yet impactful life solutions!

12/10/2025

10/10/2025

Notice of Temporary Closure

Tech Able will be closed to the public from 24 Oct to 23 Nov 2025 to support ongoing activities at Enabling Village. We will reopen to the public from 24 Nov 2025.

During this period, our assessment and training services for persons with disabilities will continue as usual.

To learn more about Assistive Technology devices, please visit us at https://techable.enablingvillage.sg/.

For any enquiries or requests, please contact us at techable@sgenable.sg.

We appreciate your kind understanding and cooperation.

Thank you for your continued support!

06/10/2025

Meta's smart glasses are more than a stylish gadget. Discover their powerful, unexpected role in assistive technology and how they are creating a more inclusive future for everyone.

12/09/2025

Instead of reinventing, we enhanced a chopstick assist already found in the marketplace. With a simple 3D-printed cover, it’s now easier, more comfortable, and affordable for more people 🌎💡.
Every piece has a purpose, and every effort makes a difference ❤️. Come co-create a more inclusive world! 🤝

Walk-in or wheel-in to📍
Level 4, 🗓️ every Sunday,
🕛 from 12 noon to 2.30 pm

Follow us for simple yet impactful life solutions!