137 results about "Tactile device" patented technology

The present invention relates to an advanced augmented reality, AR, apparatus featuring a video see-through AR, VST-AR, device that captures images of a real-world environment and displays augmented versions on a screen. The system includes a corporal entity, such as an empty laboratory vessel, equipped with a unique identification marker. This marker provides real-time spatial data for generating visual augmentations representing virtual matter within the vessel. The apparatus integrates various sensors, including an inertial measurement unit, IMU, capacitive tactile sensors, and a thermal diode, to dynamically adjust visual augmentations based on user interactions. Additional sensory enhancements include an olfactory output fan, an eccentric rotating mass, ERM, motor, and auditory outputs. Wireless connectivity via IEEE 802.11 (Wi-Fi) and IEEE 802.15.1 (Bluetooth) ensures seamless communication between components. This AR system is particularly valuable for educational and laboratory settings, offering realistic, interactive simulations.

A wearable haptic device and system for providing spatiotemporal cues are disclosed. The system includes a wearable haptic device and a controller. The wearable haptic device includes a fluidic circuit having, at least one fluidic capacitor, wherein each of the at least one fluidic capacitor comprises an inflatable cell formed from a portion of a first material sheet bonded to a portion of a second material sheet to form a hermetic bond, at least one channel fluidically connected to the fluidic capacitor, each of the at least one channel is configured to convey a pressurized fluid to the at least one fluidic capacitor, a master valve, fluidically connected to the at least one channel, and a fluid source fluidically connected to the at least one fluidic capacitor via the at least one channel. The controller sends and receives signals to deliver pressurized fluid to the at least one fluidic capacitor.

Haptic device includes: detection part for detecting operation part's rotation position; biasing part for biasing operation part along operation part's rotation direction based on drive signal; signal generation part for generating drive signal for driving biasing part based on rotation position; and low-pass filter part for outputting drive signal to biasing part by attenuating high-frequency component. Signal generation part generates drive signal for causing biasing to other side in rotation direction when rotation position is between first and second positions, and for causing biasing to one side when rotation position is between first and third positions. Low-pass filter part attenuates drive signal's high-frequency component more strongly when rotation position is in first range including first position and not including second and third positions than when in second range including second position and outside first range or third range including third position and outside first and second ranges.

The technology provides for generating pure torque vibrations using a synchronized pair of rotating masses arranged in parallel. Each mass is statically balanced but dynamically imbalanced, producing a torque vibration substantially without generating a net translational force when rotated at a constant angular velocity. By rigidly coupling motors and adjusting the relative phase angle between their shafts, the combined torque output can be varied continuously from approximately zero amplitude to a maximum amplitude. The approach supports co-rotating and counter-rotating modes at the same or differing angular velocities, enabling effects such as torque beating (arising from slightly different co-rotating speeds) and torque spinning (arising from counter-rotating shafts at differing angular velocities). These operational modes effectively decouple vibration amplitude from frequency, offering versatile control over torque-based vibration characteristics. The disclosed technology is applicable to products including handheld or wearable haptic devices, game controllers, personal grooming devices, industrial vibrators, and automotive applications.

A craft is provided with a lever that can control the power / speed of the craft and semi-automatically transition the craft in various modes of operation. This makes control of the craft somewhat similar to control of a boat, thereby bringing a maritime flight control experience to a wing-in-ground effect vehicles, hydrofoiling vessels, seagliders, and seaplanes. Further, various audio, visual, and / or haptic devices in the cockpit can provide alerts / feedback to the operator on the use of the lever and mode transitions.

A handheld haptic device and method for providing haptic feedback during a virtual interaction with a virtual power tool is disclosed. The handheld haptic device has actuators configured to generate haptic vibrations. A haptic vibration database is provided having a plurality of haptic vibration profiles that are selected as a function of the or more state parameters including an operating speed of the virtual power tool, an orientation of the handheld haptic device, and a material of a virtual workpiece. The system leverages the haptic vibration database to generate authentic haptic vibrations with the handheld haptic device, depending on the state parameters.

Systems, methods, and instrumentalities are disclosed for performing haptic data transmission. A first haptic device may determine the set of parameters based on at least one of an application logic or information associated with a second haptic device. The first haptic device may send an offer message to the second haptic device. The offer message may include the set of parameters associated with the plurality of portions of a haptic media bitstream. The first haptic device may receive an answer message from the second haptic receiving device. The answer message may include indication(s) of a selection of a subset of parameters from the set of parameters initially offered by the first haptic device. The first haptic device, based on the selection of the parameters may select a portion of the haptic media bitstream, and send the selected portion of the haptic media bitstream to the second haptic device.

Inconclusive and inconsistent results from existing haptic testing systems, e.g. for trackpads, which include rigidly mounted resistive load cells and accelerometers, prevent accurate results, especially in a high-volume production context. The use of a rigidly mounted sensor is unsuitable because a trackpad will generally be softer than the actuation system, whereby, when the haptic event is fired, the vast majority of the energy will be lost in the trackpad, while the sensor remains almost stationary. Accordingly, an improved test probe for a haptic device configured for mounting on a robotic arm, comprises: a contact tip configured for contacting the haptic device; a sensor configured for measuring a threshold force of the piezoelectric actuator device, and an haptic characteristic, e.g. acceleration, of a resulting haptic response thereof at a same time and a same location; and a compliant element configured for enabling the sensor to move relative to the haptic device.

A virtual reality stress inoculation training system analyzes the biological response of a subject exposed to a simulated high stress environment. The system includes processor connected with a haptic device, a display device, and a biometric sensor. A memory storing a high stress training content application is connected with the processor. The content application includes a scenario with one or more high stress events. The processor executes the content application to display images on the display device and to send and receive signals with the haptic device to actuate the haptic device to simulate the high stress environment and induce sensations in the subject to simulate the high stress environment according to a scenario. The processor receives biometric parameters of the subject simultaneously with the scenario and analyzes the parameters in relation to the one or more high stress events. The analysis is used to reinforce psychological skills and mitigate long-term negative behavioral health outcomes associated with traumatic stress (e.g., PTSD).

The invention relates to the technical field of three-dimensional virtual drawing, in particular to a force feedback virtual writing brush simulation method, system and device and a storage medium. The force feedback virtual writing brush simulation method comprises the following steps: acquiring space state information of touch equipment corresponding to a virtual writing brush in real time; adjusting the pose of the virtual writing brush according to the space state information to determine the pressure depth, the inclination angle, the tangential speed and the vertical speed of the nib of the virtual writing brush; determining an ellipse parameter of the virtual writing brush handwriting according to the position and the pressure depth of the pen point under the world coordinate system, and generating an initial handwriting texture according to the ellipse parameter of the handwriting; generating a flying white transparency shade according to the inclination angle, the tangential speed and the vertical speed; and processing the initial handwriting texture and the fly-white transparency mask by using a preset rule to obtain the virtual writing brush handwriting with a fly-white transparency mask effect. According to the method, the diversification and controllability of the white flying phenomenon in visual representation can be realized, so that the generated virtual writing brush handwriting is more real.

A vibroacoustic tactile device and method of transmitting a vibroacoustic signal onto a human body includes at least one vibroacoustic tactile panel. The one or more vibroacoustic tactile panel has a vibroacoustic generating layer, a tactile surface, and a vibroacoustic transmission layer. The vibroacoustic transmission layer is disposed between the vibroacoustic generating layer and the tactile surface. The vibroacoustic tactile device further includes a signal delivery module that is operated to deliver an acoustic signal to the vibroacoustic generating layer. The vibroacoustic generating layer is operated to generate a vibroacoustic signal incident on the vibroacoustic transmission layer and the vibroacoustic transmission layer is operated to transmit the vibroacoustic signal to the tactile surface onto a human body.

The invention belongs to the technical field of material physics, and particularly relates to a triboelectroluminescence composite material, a preparation method thereof and a triboelectroluminescence tactile device. The triboelectric electroluminescent composite material is formed by compounding a polymer matrix, a triboelectric reinforcing filler and fluorescent powder, the frictional electricity reinforcing filler is polytetrafluoroethylene; the fluorescent powder is ZnS: Cu; and the polymer matrix is polyvinylidene fluoride-hexafluoropropylene. The triboelectroluminescent composite material is used as a luminescent layer and a triboelectrification layer, and the triboelectroluminescent tactile device constructed by the triboelectroluminescent composite material and a friction material shows an ultra-low pressure detection limit of 0.42 Pa; and along with the increase of the pressure intensity, the output optical signal and electric signal are stronger. The strongest luminous intensity of the triboluminescence tactile device is 1.25 times of the indoor light intensity, and the triboluminescence tactile device can obviously emit light in outdoor sunlight.

A wearable haptic modulation device for real-time simulation of texture properties of a material surface in mixed reality environments is provided. Particularly, it includes a U-shaped pneumatic actuator surrounds a user's fingertip, a finger-housing support creating a space for fingertip containment, a resonant actuator on the finger-housing support generating vibrotactile feedback to enhance perceived roughness on touched physical surfaces, and a pneumatic control system generating pneumatic actuation to reduce the perceived roughness on touched physical surface. Notably, the U-shaped pneumatic actuator allows direct contact of the user's fingerpad with the touched physical surface.

The present invention describes an innovative robotic companion device shaped as a stylus, marking a breakthrough in robotic technology. The device's stylus form factor is strategically chosen, not just for aesthetic appeal but for its functional benefits in augmenting user interaction and engagement. Integrating advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine vision, and natural language processing, the robotic stylus companion offers a range of functionalities. These include personalized assistance, entertainment, and companionship, all delivered in a manner that is intuitive and natural for the user. The device's unique combination of form and function, coupled with cutting-edge technological integration, makes it a versatile and user-friendly companion, capable of adapting to various user needs and enhancing daily activities with seamless, interactive experiences.

The present invention relates to a functional haptic device comprising a haptic coating. The present invention also relates to a method for manufacturing the haptic coating wherein the haptic coating is manufactured on basis of a shape memory liquid crystal network. Furthermore, the present invention relates to a haptic image display comprising such a functional haptic device.

A system and method for an input device with a haptic sensor assembly are provided. The haptic sensor assembly includes a sensor subassembly with one or more touch sensor devices configured to provide force sensing responsive to pressure from an input object. The sensor subassembly also includes a flexible substrate configured to deform in response to the pressure from the input object. The haptic sensor assembly further includes a haptic subassembly with one or more haptic devices configured to provide haptic feedback in response to detecting the input object. The haptic subassembly also includes a bracket assembly comprising a first bracket portion and a second bracket portion. The one or more haptic devices are supported by the second bracket portion of the bracket assembly. The first bracket portion of the bracket assembly is disposed below the one or more touch sensor devices and configured to be coupled to a reference voltage.

Disclosed in the embodiments of the present disclosure are a haptics panel and a haptics apparatus. By means of rationally designing structural parameters of a supporting structure, the resonance frequency of a haptics substrate is within 100 Hz-300 Hz, such that the haptics effect of the haptics panel based on vibration excited by an exciter in a low-frequency range can be effectively improved by means of using the resonance frequency of the haptics substrate; moreover, by means of rationally designing the structural parameters of the supporting structure and also preventing the supporting structure from buckling under the action of static and dynamic loads, the haptics panel can meet the requirements of a haptic design for a vibration amplitude and an acceleration under the condition that the haptics panel meets a rigid design.

A medical system includes a medical device with processing circuitry configured to receive sensor data and send the sensor data to a diagnostic system. The sensor data includes sound data associated with blood flow and vibration data associated with blood flow. The diagnostic system includes a computing system configured to receive the sensor data and output devices. The output devices include a speaker configured to output a sound based on the sound data and a haptic device configured to provide a haptic feedback based on the vibration data.

Systems and methods are provided for configuring middleware to control a haptic device using a neural network. A system generates for display, based on at least one generic UI element, a virtual object within an XR environment. The XR application is configured to run on a local device, wherein the XR application causes display of the XR environment. The system configures middleware to run on the local device, wherein the middleware is configured to control at least one haptic device using at least one neural network. Based on avatar movement detected in the XR environment near the virtual object, the system causes the middleware to input control data into the at least one neural network. The at least one neural network outputs the control data for controlling the at least one haptic device. The system controls, by the middleware, the at least one haptic device based on the control data.

There is disclosed a modular sensory platform for generating an experience for a guest on the platform located on an event floor of a venue. At least one deck module may each include a frame with a bottom side for mounting to the event floor, a side edge bordering the frame, and a standing surface opposite the bottom for supporting the guest. Lift actuators may be positioned along the side edge or under the deck for changing a distance between the event floor and the standing surface according to a lift signal. One or more sensory stimuli each receivable of a stimulus signal may be mounted to the frame and include at least one of a vibration buzzer, a low-frequency transducer, smoke effects, a heater, a water spritzer, air and scent lines, an air blaster and scent emission, a haptic device, fiber optic lighting, LED lighting, and a fog unit.

Exemplary systems and wearable haptic device systems are disclosed for training a user to improve perception or discrimination. An exemplary system can be used to train a user to play a musical instrument, such as a piano, in passive training sessions via a wearable haptic device. The exemplary wearable haptic device can be integrated with sensors and in operative communication with a passive haptic learning system (e.g., cloud-based infrastructure) that is configured to generate, update, and / or modify tactile training data for generating tactile outputs at the wearable haptic device.

To provide a roller bodily sensation apparatus capable of improving safety.SOLUTION: In a roller bodily sensation apparatus 100, a rear end of an arm 130 is pivotally supported by a base 110 in a swingable manner via a bracket 120. At a front end of the arm 130, an upper roller 140 is pivotally supported in a rotatable manner. A lower roller 150 is pivotally supported by the base 110 in a rotatable manner via a bracket 160. When the fingers Ha of a user are entered between the lower roller 150 and the upper roller 140, the arm 130 is swung (escapes) in a direction of separating from the fingers Ha, so that a load on the fingers Ha is reduced. As a result thereof, catching of the fingers Ha or the like by the rollers can be physically experienced in a safe state.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 3

Autonomous robotic systems for ultrasound examination are provided. The robotic systems include a robotic arm having an end effector for connecting an ultrasound tool. The arm is connected to a base station having a computing and control assembly disposed therein configured to process inputs from a vision module and control the robotic arm to position the tool to perform an ultrasound procedure on a patient. The end effector can include a load cell for measuring forces and torques experienced by the tool. A haptic device can be used to control articulation of the robotic arm to position the tool and provide force feedback to an operator. The robotic system can be configured to generate a 3D model of the patient, receive input of a feature region, and control the robotic arm to position the tool to perform an ultrasound procedure on the feature region. Various cleaning devices for cleaning the ultrasound tool are described.

A device may obtain a provided haptic waveform. A device may convert the provided haptic waveform with a Fourier transform to create a converted haptic waveform. A device may identify at least one frequency peak of the converted haptic waveform. A device may drive an eccentric rotating mass (ERM) haptic device at least partially according to the at least one frequency peak.

The application provides an inflatable flexible visual-tactile device and method for measuring surface topography of an object. The device comprises an inflatable flexible visual-tactile sensor, a clamp and a support, the inflatable flexible visual-tactile sensor comprises a tactile perception unit and a visual imaging unit; when the surface of the object contacts the sensor, the flexible film and the external reflective layer in the tactile perception unit are deformed, and are attached to the surface of the object under the action of the internal air pressure of the inflatable flexible visual-tactile sensor; the deformed flexible film is reconstructed in three dimensions by using photometric stereo technology, so that the reconstruction of the whole surface topography of the object and the real-time measurement of the size are realized. The device adopts a sealed inflatable structure design, omits the skeleton support to expand the effective measurement range of the flexible film, and simultaneously makes the flexible film closely attached to the surface of the measured object under the action of the air pressure, so that the accurate surface concave-convex feature information of the object is collected, and the reconstruction accuracy and the measurement accuracy of the complex surface topography of the object are significantly improved.

Method and systems for obtaining direct feedback from a payment card by using energy received from a radio frequency identification (RFID) card reader is provided. The method is implemented by a processor that is embedded in the payment card. The method includes: receiving, from the RFID card reader, a radio frequency (RF) signal that relates to a proposed transaction; transmitting, to the RFID card reader, account information that relates to the proposed transaction; and causing an actuator that is embedded in the payment card to actuate a feedback action based on the RF signal. The actuator may include a haptic device that generates a vibration that is detectable by a touch of a user of the payment card.

In one embodiment, a method includes, while a first user wears a vocational mask to perform a task, receiving, at a processing device, a first data feed; transmitting, via network interfaces of the vocational mask, the first data feed to processing devices of a computing device, and the first data feeds are presented via a display, emitted by an audio device, or produced via a haptic device; receiving, from the computing device, second data feeds pertaining to instructions for performing the task, wherein the second data feeds are received by the processing device, and the second data feeds are presented via a virtual retinal display, emitted by an audio device, or produced via a peripheral haptic device; and storing, via memory devices communicatively coupled to the processing device, the first data feeds and / or the second data feeds.

A method includes separately exposing selected portions of a first rigid substrate and a second rigid substrate to laser radiation, selectively etching the exposed portions of the first rigid substrate and the second rigid substrate using a chemical etchant and bonding the first rigid substrate to the second rigid substrate along a common interface to form a fluidic valve. The fluidic valve may be coupled to a fluidic haptics device, for example, which may be integrated into an artificial reality system.

Methods and apparatus of transmitting haptic data representative of a haptic effect are disclosed. Haptic device data representative of haptic rendering capabilities of a haptic rendering device is obtained. The haptic data is determined by processing received haptic data representative of the haptic effect according to the haptic device data to adapt a rendering of the haptic effect to the haptic rendering capabilities. The haptic data is transmitted to the haptic rendering device.