This research applies the tactile presentation technique using electrical stimulation developed in “Biri-Biri” to hand-held controller devices such as mice and joysticks. In conventional computing environments, feedback from computers to users has been primarily through audiovisual stimulation via images and sounds. While game controllers have incorporated vibration feedback, this typically involves vibrating the entire controller using vibrators.
The electrical stimulation controller proposed in this research uses low-frequency electrical stimulation to provide more pseudo-vibration feedback through electrical stimulation. Instead of stimulating the entire hand, it can stimulate only the fingertips that touch buttons and sticks, providing a different sensation from vibrator-based feedback. When used in combination with conventional vibration feedback, it aims to create more detailed tactile feedback than ever before and expand the range of presentation possibilities.
Awards
- CEDEC 2012 Interactive Session - 2nd Place Interactive Session Award