SignAvatar Station Lite

Introducing our newest released product; with the SignAvatar Station Lite, take your translation on the go!

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Breaking Down Communication
Barriers With ChatSign

ChatSign Technology develops cutting-edge AI solutions for real-time, bidirectional translation between sign language and spoken language. Our mission is to bridge communication gaps and empower the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing community, fostering inclusion and connection in ways never before possible.

About Us

We are proud to be the first spinoff startup from New York University Abu Dhabi, with our technology originating in the Embodied AI & Robotics Lab led by our founder, Professor Yi Fang. Registered under ADGM and headquartered in Abu Dhabi, UAE, ChatSign Technology is dedicated to solving all communication challenges for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing community. Our mission is to unite the world’s communication, regardless of language, and ensure that no community is left excluded.

Check Out Our Demo

Our product demo is now available for you to explore:

Developed fully in-house, our AI model can instantly and bidirectionally translate across English, Arabic, American Sign Language, and Emirati Sign Language. All interpretation services are powered through our dedicated hardware solutions listed below.

Available Products

SignAvatar Station Lite

The SignAvatar Station Lite is a laptop-size dual-screen design. It is optimized for small spaces and environments that require a portable and flexible solution.

A tablet showing a sign language avatar on a desk in an office.
A tablet showing a sign language avatar on a desk in an office.

SignAvatar Station Pro

The SignAvatar Station Pro device features a full-body digital avatar on a large vertical screen.

Facilitates accessibility in large public spaces, such as airports and government offices, with a high-speed speech-to-sign translation system ideal for announcements and regulatory compliance.

SignAvatar Media Interpreter

The SignAvatar Media Interpreter is non-live and provides sign-language versions of audio or video materialzfor museums, public institutions, digital platforms , and more!

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Future Products

SignPodium

The SignPodium brings accessibility into contemporary conventions by integrating the AI interpreter into a digital podium.

When it comes to large-scale conventions, government press briefings, and university auditoriums, SignPodium ensures that every attendee has equal access to the information being shared with precision.

A tablet showing a sign language avatar on a desk in an office.
A tablet showing a sign language avatar on a desk in an office.
A tablet showing a sign language avatar on a desk in an office.

SignAvatar Mini

The SignAvatar Mini extends accessibility above fixed venues by condensing our translation model into a conveniently portable solution.

For dynamic use cases like taxis, museum tours, and roaming service desks, the SignAvatar Mini ensures that efficient interpretation is always avaliable.

SignGlasses

SignGlasses projects a real-time sign language avatar directly onto a wearable heads-up display, completely integrated into a pair of glasses.

Empowers users to engage in spontaneous conversations, such as ordering coffee or chatting with friends, without breaking eye contact or the need of handheld devices.

A tablet showing a sign language avatar on a desk in an office.
A tablet showing a sign language avatar on a desk in an office.
A tablet showing a sign language avatar on a desk in an office.
A tablet showing a sign language avatar on a desk in an office.

Sign Call

Sign Call creates a floating window that displays a real-time sign language avatar directly over your video calls.

Users no longer have to switch between apps to understand speech on phones and laptops instantly, making remote meetings and personal chats more instantly accessible than ever.

Why Choose Us

We adhere to the highest standards of quality in
all our products and services.

Inclusivity & Accessibility
  • Enables public services to be accessible to everyone, allowing deaf individuals to engage in education, employment, and social interactions.
  • Strengthens brand image for organizations by demonstrating a commitment to inclusivity and accessibility.
Privacy
  • Operates offline, ensuring that data remains local and secure.
  • Does not rely on cloud storage or third-party APIs, reducing the risk of data breaches.
Efficiency
  • Eliminates the need for hiring interpreters, reducing labor costs.
  • Is available 24/7 for continuous communication support.
  • Provides real-time translation to streamline interactions.
  • Is easy to install and set up for seamless integration into existing infrastructure.
  • Offers adaptable hardware configurations to suit various environments and user needs.

Meet our Founding Team

Zhifei (Maggie) Li

CEO, Co-Founder

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Yi Fang

Founder

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Zhenhua Li

Chief Product Officer

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Advisory Board

Prof. Anthony Tzes

Technology advisor; Alan Howard Distinguished Professor in Artificial Intelligence; Program Head, Electrical Engineering, NYUAD.

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Prof. Maryam Al Nahyan

Strategic advisor; Assistant Professor and Emerging Scholar in Mechanical Engineering, NYUAD.

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Tareq Assad Fathi Alnahhal

Active member of DHH community with proficiency in American Sign Language and Emirati Sign Language; Creative and driven Digital Media student

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Research and Development

This technology was fully developed at the NYU AI & Robotics Lab under the direction of Professor Fang, and is protected under full U.S. patent rights.

Let's make communication easy to everyone together
Let's work together to turn your vision into reality. Contact us today to take the first step towards creating something amazing together.