News tagged with haptic feedback

Tacit hand device steers blind to safety (w/ video)

(PhysOrg.com) -- A hand device called the Tacit can help the blind and visually impaired move around safely in complex environments. Wrist-mounted, the device uses ultrasonic sensors mounted above the knuckles ...

Technology / Hi Tech & Innovation

Sep 15, 2011 | 5 / 5 (4) | 2 |

Nokia feels out haptic feedback tattoo system for phones

(PhysOrg.com) -- Nokia, the Finnish smartphone maker, has filed a patent for a haptic communication system where tattoos will send you vibrations so you know who is calling. Your ferromagnetic ink tattoo would ...

Technology / Hi Tech & Innovation

Mar 20, 2012 | 3.6 / 5 (5) | 4 |