‘Vibrotactile’ wearable integrates haptics for everyday use

Wrist wearable features 'vibrotactile' haptic technology, with four resonators enabling unique vibration combinations for use in communication and navigation.

United States31 Aug 2016
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We’ve seen how assistive haptic wearables can enable those with limited sight to navigate more easily around town or allow blind swimmers to know when to make a turn. Now, a new wearable is opening up the technology to wider applications.

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