A Multimodal Haptic Interface for Simultaneous Softness and Thermal Modulation
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This research presents a tactile display technology capable of simultaneously modulating softness and temperature. The prototype utilizes particle jamming for stiffness control and thermal transfer via heated or cooled water for temperature modulation. Mechanical evaluations show a controllable stiffness increase of 300%, while thermal characterization confirms surface uniformity across a range from 10°C to 50°C. Closed-loop control maintains a setpoint error of 0.2°C. The work targets applications in perceptual research, medical simulation, and affective haptics.
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“fers both softness and temperature change. A prototype display, based on particle jamming and the thermal transfer of heated and cooled water, is evaluated in terms of its ability to change both stiffness and temperature. Mechanical evaluations demonstrate controllable stiffness increase of 300%, whilst thermal characterisation showed strong surface uniformity and a range of achievable temperatures from 10{\deg}C up”
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This research presents a tactile display technology capable of simultaneously modulating softness and temperature. The prototype utilizes particle jamming for stiffness control and thermal transfer via heated or cooled water for temperature modulation. Mechanical evaluations show a controllable stiffness increase of 300%, while thermal characterization confirms surface uniformity across a range from 10°C to 50°C. Closed-loop control maintains a setpoint error of 0.2°C. The work targets applications in perceptual research, medical simulation, and affective haptics.
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