Developing a Hybrid Controller for Multi-Haptic Feedback to Mimic Impulsive Forces in Virtual Reality
- Institute
- Professur für Sportgeräte und Materialien (TUM-ED)
- Type
- Semester Thesis Master's Thesis
- Content
- experimental constructive
- Description
We want to develop a versatile Virtual Reality (VR) controller to create haptic
illusions for impulsive force scenarios. For that, an active haptic device is
essential. The HYbriD contRoller for multi-hAptic feedback (HYDRA) combines
force feedback based on airflow with instantaneous tactile feedback realized
through a magnetically accelerated weight.
We further experimented on technologyto address challenges in the application
of brushless motors for force feedback,
specifically toroidal propellers in
conjunction with options to adjust the
motor layout. In the next steps, we want
to refine the HYDRA concept. This
includes measuring real impulsive forces
and then specifically recreating them
with HYDRA inside of a VR simulation
(Unity-based). This will be done based
on sports applications. Another aspect
we want to refine is the use of specific
toroidal propeller designs. At last,
HYDRA allows the development of
different force feedback layouts. We want to experiment with such layouts to
maximize its applicability in VR simulations. Additionally, we want to further
include the idea of dynamic, potentially AI-based haptics.
If you are interested, please contact us via email (please include all emailaddresses): christian.eichhorn@tum.de, jonas.weigand@tum.de,
patrick.carqueville@tum.de
- Requirements
Highly motivated with an independent work approach,
programming skills(C++, Python), ideally 3D-printing expertise, and basic
electronics knowledge.
- Possible start
- sofort
- Contact
-
Patrick Carqueville
Room: Hochbrück Parkring 35 Raum 3.3.08
Phone: +49 89 289 10353
patrick.carquevilletum.de - Announcement
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