Haptic Turk is a prototype 3D motion simulator game that turns you into a virtual character and immerses you into realistic 3D motion simulation situations. The game includes different variants. In the flight simulator mode, the player wears 3D glasses and lies on a pair of slings held by four human 'actuators' or 'turkers.' A fifth person controls the special effects
The player's display is mirrored on a TV screen, projector or smartphone display for the turkers, who can trigger motions. The system generates motion instructions for the turkers by detecting virtual collisions in advance. For this reason, the 3D motion simulator system appears best suited for slower simulations such as hang glider flight rather than fast-paced simulations such as car racing.
The beauty of Haptic Turk is that it adds physical and social dimensions to simulations that could otherwise be quite isolating.
People-Powered Motion Simulator
This 3D Motion Simulator is Controlled by Human 'Actuators'
Trend Themes
1. People-powered Motion Simulation - The use of human 'actuators' to control the simulation suggests future trends in harnessing human inputs for immersive experiences.
2. Haptic Gaming & Simulation Technologies - Advancements in haptic technology can enable more immersive 3D motion simulations and expand its applications to other industries such as education, training, and healthcare.
3. Collaborative Gaming & Simulation - The social dimension introduced by Haptic Turk presents opportunities to explore gamification, multi-player gaming, and team-based simulations in various industries and contexts.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming - Gaming can leverage haptic technology and collaborative simulations to create new experiences that appeal to gamers and different sub-segments of the gaming industry.
2. Simulation & Training - Simulation-based training can be improved by incorporating haptic technology and human inputs to create more realistic and engaging simulations, particularly for dangerous or complex tasks.
3. Entertainment & Theme Parks - The social dimension of Haptic Turk can be applied to create interactive and collaborative rides, shows, and attractions that enhance the visitor experience in theme parks and other entertainment venues.