haptics

This sounds like something out of the 60s. Could sensing ambient magnetic fields change how we see the world? How would we speak if we could see the physiological effects our words had on others? Would abstract art based on human brain…

Since Apple first launched its custom linear resonant actuator (LRA), Taptic Engine, in 2015, the market has moved beyond the simple rumbling and vibration of those days. It has shifted to high-definition tactile feedback giving a wide…

Humans perceive reality via touch. Haptics that produce extremely specific vibrations that mimic touch sensations are a way to bring that third sense to life. The challenge is that humans are incredibly particular about something feeling…

Perhaps the most famous graphical tactile system is braille. While it’s difficult to learn, there are at least two reasons speech recognition hasn’t made braille obsolete: first, we may have underestimated the need to interact with our…

People are already embracing wearables to do everything from measure their heart rate to playing their favorite tunes. Now, a vest for dogs, outfitted with haptics technology, could help deliver commands over long distances or in places…