The sense of touch gives you vital information about the world around you. From gripping a coffee mug to shaking hands or ...

Today's virtual reality games and content can be pretty immersive, but they largely miss the mark when it comes to haptic ...

LIN MCU with Touch Sense Technology for Automotive Applications ...

When it comes to haptic feedback, most technologies are limited to simple vibrations. But our skin is loaded with tiny ...

Most haptic devices only deliver feedback as simple vibrations. New device applies dynamic forces in any direction to simulate a more realistic sense of touch. Small, lightweight device can enhance ...

Northwestern says the new device can simulate a much more realistic sense of touch. It could even let deaf people "feel" ...

It also includes sensors that go on his palm, thumb and index finger to provide a sense of touch. Once Thomas is wired up, the real work begins. During every session, "we do mobility testing, we do ...

Johns Hopkins University engineers have created a groundbreaking prosthetic hand that can grip everyday objects like a human ...

Researchers have developed an innovative sensing system that restores the missing tactile feedback in minimally invasive surgery (MIS), enhancing precision, ease of use, and safety. The new ...

However, traditional MIS tools eliminate the surgeon’s sense of touch, making it difficult to determine the appropriate force to apply or distinguish between different types of tissue.

The device also can combine sensations and operate fast or slow to simulate a more nuanced, realistic sense of touch. Powered by a small rechargeable battery, the device uses Bluetooth to wirelessly ...