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A Multi-Modal Haptic Interface for Virtual Reality and Robotics

Authors:

Michele Folgheraiter,

Giuseppina Gini,

Dario VercesiAuthors Info & Claims

Journal of Intelligent and Robotic Systems, Volume 52, Issue 3-4

Pages 465 - 488

https://doi.org/10.1007/s10846-008-9226-5

Published: 01 August 2008 Publication History

Abstract

In this paper we present an innovative haptic device that combines the electro-tactile stimulation with the force and visual feedbacks in order to improve the perception of a virtual world. We discuss the sensation evoked in a user by the haptic, force, and the visual interface as provided by this device, implemented as a special glove, equipped with sensors and actuators connected to a PC. The techniques used to recreate tactile and kinesthetic sensations are based on an innovative use of cutaneous stimulation integrated with actuators and 3D modelling techniques. We discuss about the specificity of haptic interfaces, their controllers, their open problems. We present results about generating the sensation of touching virtual objects with our device. Experiments show also that, using a multi-modal sensorial pattern of stimulation, the subject perceives more realistically the virtual object. We discuss the possible use of the same technique as a way to interface intelligent robots.

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https://dl.acm.org/doi/10.1145/2480741.2480751

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Journal of Intelligent and Robotic Systems Volume 52, Issue 3-4

August 2008

246 pages

ISSN:0921-0296

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Garenfeld MHenrich MIsaković MMalešević JŠtrbac MDošen S(2023)Novel Electrode Designs for Electrotactile Stimulation of the Finger: A Comparative AssessmentIEEE Transactions on Haptics10.1109/TOH.2023.332192516:4(748-759)Online publication date: 1-Oct-2023
https://dl.acm.org/doi/10.1109/TOH.2023.3321925
Dionisio JIII WGilbert R(2013)3D Virtual worlds and the metaverseACM Computing Surveys10.1145/2480741.248075145:3(1-38)Online publication date: 3-Jul-2013
https://dl.acm.org/doi/10.1145/2480741.2480751

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