Data Acquisition System for the Mexican Sign Language

Communication is a fundamental human need; however, people with hearing impairments still face barriers that limit their social and educational inclusion. In Mexico, Mexican Sign Language (MSL) is the primary communication medium for the deaf community, yet its lack of recognition among the hearing population continues to create a communication gap. This project proposes the development of a data acquisition system applied to a translator glove capable of interpreting the manual movements of MSL and converting them into text. The methodology integrates flex sensors connected to an Arduino microcontroller board, which processes the signals generated by finger movements and displays them on a digital interface. The resulting prototype translates nine representative phrases of MSL and demonstrates the technical feasibility of the system, providing an accessible and low-cost alternative to promote inclusive communication and technological accessibility.