Design of a haptic graphing method
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J. Fritz
K. Barner
Proceedings of RESNA '96 Annual Conference, Salt Lake City, UT, June 1996.
1996 Resnapress
http://www.asel.udel.edu/sem/papers/jason/Resna96.Haptic.ps
Interpretation and understanding of complex scientific data is
enhanced by graph ic representation. Haptic display of such graphical
data adds kinesthetic feedback that further improves, or allows
conceptualization. In this paper, we present a method for the haptic
display of two dimensional data plots using a three degree of freedom
force feedback device linked to a spe ech synthesizer to aid in
navigation. This system is designed to benefit visually impaired and
blind persons, as well as sighted scientists, teac hers and students
who need or desire an alternate means to explore information
traditionally displayed visually.