HydroRing - Supporting Mixed Reality Haptics Using Liquid Flow

Explore a groundbreaking 20-minute conference talk from the ACM User Interface Software and Technology Symposium that introduces HydroRing, an innovative finger-worn haptic device for mixed reality interactions. Discover how this unobtrusive technology utilizes liquid flow through a flexible latex tube to deliver tactile sensations of pressure, vibration, and temperature on the fingertip. Learn about the device's unique ability to provide haptic feedback in active mode while minimally impacting dexterity and stimulus perception in passive mode. Gain insights into two studies evaluating user perception and recognition of HydroRing-generated sensations, as well as its impact on physical stimuli detection. Delve into potential applications of this mixed-reality haptics approach, opening new possibilities for ubiquitous interaction in scenarios blending virtual and real-world environments.