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Haptic Interface

Technologies turn to touch with vibration-based feedback features

Implications - As the expansion of the Internet of Things continues to connect us with an increasing number of objects, products are being designed with haptic feedback that relies on a user's sense of touch to communicate pertinent information. This shift speaks to the progression towards a relationship between consumers and technology that no longer requires an interface, but is instead almost entirely intuitive.
Trend Themes
1. Haptic Feedback Technology - Increasing incorporation of haptic feedback technology in products.
2. Wearables - Growing trend of wearable technology.
3. Assistive Technologies - Greater development of assistive technologies for those with disabilities.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming Industry - Incorporation of haptic feedback in gaming gloves provides an opportunity for more immersive gaming experiences.
2. Automotive Industry - The use of haptic accelerator pedals in cars provides an alternative intuitive method of alerting drivers about changes in power mode.
3. Healthcare Industry - Assistive wearable technology such as the Guidesense device presents an opportunity for greater mobility support among visually impaired individuals.
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Featured Examples

Vibrational Feedback Headphones
Vibrational Feedback Headphones
The 'StringPad' 4D Motion Simulator Headphones are Immersive
It’s one thing to watch a movie or play a game with great picture quality, but the ‘StringPad’ 4D motion simulator headphones act as a way to further immerse yourself in the action... MORE
Sensitive Virtual Reality Suits
Sensitive Virtual Reality Suits
Haptic Technology Creates Touchable Experiences in This VR Suit
This virtual reality suit uses haptic technology to create VR experiences you can actually feel. Imagine a video game where the player could feel the impact of objects falling around them, or sense... MORE
GPS-Connected Denim
GPS-Connected Denim
Spinali Design Showcased Their Collection of Vibrating Jeans at CES 2017
Following navigational jackets, these vibrating jeans are embedded with GPS technology. From Spinali Design, the Essential Vibrating Connected Jeans feature a sensor-equipped belt and can sync to... MORE
Haptic Accelerator Pedals
Haptic Accelerator Pedals
The Mercedes-Benz C350e Gas Pedal Vibrates When Shifting to Gas
The Mercedes-Benz C350e is a plug-in hybrid sedan from the luxury automobile maker that boasts a unique vibrating pedal that provides important driving information to the driver. The first hybrid... MORE
Obstacle-Sensing Wearables
Obstacle-Sensing Wearables
Guidesense Relays Obstacles to the Blind Through Haptic Feedback
Guidesense is a new assistive wearable from the VTT Technical Research Center of Finland. The device, which is designed to aid visually impaired people with mobility in day-to-day life, can sense... MORE
Haptic Gaming Gloves
Haptic Gaming Gloves
This Haptic Glove Lets Gamers Feel Virtual Objects
The Hands Omni is a haptic glove, developed by a team of engineering students at Rice University, that is capable of making the wearer ‘feel’ virtual objects and environments as if they&#... MORE

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