Haptic Technologies

Michael Deas

An informational guide on what Haptic technology is an how it is changing the way we use technology.

Haptic Technologies

Overview

Haptic Technology is any technology interface that either is used by force, vibration or motion or the

technology item gives the user the feedback of force, vibration or motion.

This technology is fairly new to society but it is being improved. A Haptic Interface is what lets users

interact with the technology.

What sort of technology is Haptic?

Such technology that is considered to have Haptic attributes include;

RoboticsMedicineGamesVirtual Reality

Robotics

Robot hands can control senses such as touch, pressure and position. This is used to reproduce human senses.

Medicine

Such Haptic technologies in the field of medicine provide essential training to surgeons. These technologies further assist surgeons in surgeries.

Games/Virtual Reality

Virtual reality provides users with a sense of touch to visual images. Game systems such as Nintendo 64, Playstation 2, 3 and Nintendo

Wii provide users with shock feedback.

Bibliography

www.en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haptic_technology