Visio-Haptic Simulator for Static and Kinetic Friction

Title from Publication (Original Language)

Simulator vizualo-tactil (Visuo-Haptic) pentru reprezentarea conceptelor de frecare statică úi dinamică

Document Type

Contribution to Book

Publication Date

9-2-2010

Publication Title

Romanian Journal of Human-Computer Interaction

ISSN

1843-4460

Abstract

3D simulations augment the presentation of abstract concepts by enhancing our understanding. However, most simulations only make use of two of our five senses: sight and hearing. If we employ additional sensory communication channels in these simulations, we may gain a deeper understanding of illustrated concepts by increasing the communication bandwidth and providing alternative perspectives. We present the implementation of the sense of touch in 3D simulations for teaching important concepts from introductory physics. Specifically, we have developed a visuo-haptic simulator that illustrates friction. We hypothesize that interactive 3D haptic simulations are useful for engaging students in subject study and allowing them to put into context the material presented.

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