Easy tactile feedback at bargain basement prices

ABSTRACT

Constructing a tactile feedback device can be expensive and often requires extensive expertise. We have created a simple tactile feedback device which can be built, for under $30, by anyone with a basic understanding of electronics. The results of subjects performing a simple pulse counting task suggest that the feedback generated by it can be used effectively. We therefore believe that the device has potential to enhance user interfaces.

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INDEX TERMS

Keywords:
cost-efficient, tactile feedback, user tests