# Blink-to-code: real-time Morse code communication via eye blink detection and classification

arXiv: https://arxiv.org/abs/2508.09344 · HTML: https://mlsanity.com/paper/2508.09344/

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- First posted on arXiv 12 Aug 2025.

## Abstract (arXiv)

This study proposes a real-time system that translates voluntary eye blinks into Morse code, enabling communication for individuals with severe motor impairments. Using a standard webcam and computer vision, the system detects and classifies blinks as short (dot) or long (dash), then decodes them into alphanumeric characters. Experiments with five participants show 62% decoding accuracy and 18-20 seconds response times, demonstrating a viable, low-cost assistive communication method.