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How it works

1. Kara Translator 
Our AI converts English text into our Kara Notation System (KNS), a structured representation that captures grammar, morphology, phonology, emotions, and sentiment - elements essential for accurate sign language translation. 

2. Sign Language Blending Engine 
Using our extensive sign language database, the system generates lifelike motions, ensuring smooth, natural signing that aligns with linguistic and cultural nuances. 

3. Real-time Rendering 
The final translation is rendered into a high-quality sign language video, ready for immediate use. ​

Choosing the Right Tool

Not sure which solution is the best fit?

Here’s how Kara’s two ASL translation services, KAT and KAT Hybrid, compare.

Whether you're testing accessibility in digital platforms or delivering high-quality sign language content for public audiences, we have a solution designed to support you.

Feature
KAT
KAT Hybrid
Description

Fully AI-powered ASL translation

AI-generated translation reviewed and refined by ASL Deaf Interpreters (DI's / CDI's)

Purpose

Early-access tool for community testing and feedback

Reliable, high-quality translations for public-facing or important content. Accurate, expressive, and culturally aware communication

Ideal for

In development – exploring future use in:

 - Public service announcements 

 - Transport updates 

 - Safety alerts 

 - How-to content

Ready today for:

 - Educational materials 

 - Campaign and explainer videos 

 - Narrative or expressive content 

 - Important notices 

 - Official notices and public communications

When to Use

In public trial — gathering feedback from the Deaf community

When accuracy, clarity, and cultural relevance are essential

Development Status

In public trial: gathering feedback from the Deaf community

Available now for high-quality ASL translation projects

Access

Free to try: 5 short ASL translations per week

Contact us for early API access

Contact us for immediate access and pricing

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KAT Hybrid Flow

How it works

1. KAT (Kara Auto Translate) 

Our AI generates an initial sign language translation using the Kara Translation API. 

2. Certified Deaf Interpreter (CDI) Review 

Our In-house or contracted CDIs review the translation using our custom software and Kara Notation System, making refinements to ensure complete accuracy of the message.

KAT hybrid guarantees culturally appropriate, linguistically precise translations while continuously enhancing AI capabilities through expert feedback. 

ASL Features

ASL Features
KAT
KAT Hybrid
Fingerspelling
Acronyms
Simple date: DD_MM_YYY OR YYYY
Simple time XX_YY_AM / PM
Duration incorporated with time and date
Numbers in the range (0, 999 billion)
Eyebrow-up and eyebrow-down in context
Six different emotions
Headshake and head-nod in context
Pointing (IX_C, IX_F, IX_FR, IX_FL)
Pauses between sentences
Limited number of directional signs
Role shifting - right and left only

Features Coming Soon

Example of Comprehensive Directional Signs
Example of Extended Non-Manual Markers
Example of Dynamic Role-shifting
Example of Advanced pointing
Example of simple classifiers

Comprehensive  Directional signs

Extended Non- Manual Markers

Dynamic
Role-shifting

Advanced pointing

Simple classifiers

Pricing

Kara Automatic Translation (KAT)

Coming Soon: KAT is currently in late stages of development, and is offered for free user trials and feedback, with an allocation of 5 free AI translations per user per week (up to 100 characters).​​​

KAT Hybrid
Plan
Monthly Subscription (USD)
Included Minutes
Rate Per Minute (USD)
Overage Rate (USD)
Ad-Hoc
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$72.00
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Lite
$760
15
$51.00
$40.00
Business
$3,000
120
$25.00
$40.00
Enterprise
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Standard Terms 

  • Text into American Sign Language (ASL) - Delivered electronically MP4 video format 

  • The initial translation is generated by AI, then reviewed and refined by a Certified Deaf interpreter (CDI) to meet professional ASL translation standard 

  • Lite / Business / Enterprise SaaS plans are 12-month commitment paid monthly 

  • Can choose from the following output options: 

1. Solid background

2. Green screen or Alpha files 

  • With or without subtitles using Kara’s AI Closed Captions translation – client to select at time of order 

  • Turnaround time = content duration + approx. 24 to 48 hours as standard, with 3+ working days for more complex content and/or longer duration translations.  

  • Kara standard digital human 

  • Pricing options available on request for translations synchronized to match audio/video content, as well as Picture-in-Picture (PIP) mode. ​

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