S153021 A study on virtual bump sensation displaying method of lateral-force-based 2.5-dimensional tactile display

Abstract

In this paper we discuss about the tactile information required for touchscreen interfaces, and propose a lateral-force-based 2.5-dimensional haptic display. The use of a lateral-force-based display enabled virtual bump sensations to be presented. Recently touchscreen interfaces have become popular worldwide. However, few touchscreens provide tactile feedback. Some studies have focused on developing touchscreens that also provide tactile feedback. From our consideration, "press," "guide," and "sweep" movement are essential information for touchscreens. However, previous studies have some operational disadvantages for this information. We intend to cope with these disadvantages by introducing the new idea of lateral-force-based display. We developed an experimental prototype of lateral-force-based display, investigated 2.5-dimensional sensations, realized a part of this essential information, and confirmed the linearity between the presented force and the bump amplitude.