In the last decade, several new haptic devices have been developed, contributing to the
definition of more realistic virtual environments. An overview of this topic requires a …

An exciting possibility for compensating for loss of sensory function is to augment deficient
senses by conveying missing information through an intact sense. Here we present an …

Current virtual and augmented reality head-mounted displays usually include no or only a
single vibration motor for haptic feedback and do not use it for guidance. We present …

In the current situation of many visually handicapped people worldwide, yet the
corresponding number of guide dogs is quite rare. It activates the application of advanced …

This paper considers issues relevant for the design and use of haptic technology for
assistive devices for individuals who are blind or visually impaired in some of the major …

Ambient assisted living and intelligent transportation systems are becoming strongly
coupled. There is the necessity of improving the quality of life by developing inclusive …

Vibrotactile displays can compensate for the loss of sensory function of people with
permanent or temporary deficiencies in vision, hearing, or balance, and can augment the …

Precisely guiding a blind person's hand can be useful for a range of applications from
tracing printed text to learning and understanding shapes and gestures. In this paper, we …

Tasks that involve locating objects and then moving hands to those specific locations, such
as using touchscreens or grabbing objects on a desk, are challenging for the visually …

Vision is the principal source of information of the surrounding world. It facilitates our
movement and development of everyday activities. In this sense, blind people have great …