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Geckos: combining magnets and pressure images to enable new tangible-object design and interaction

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Geckos: combining magnets and pressure images to enable new tangible-object design and interaction
In this paper we present Geckos, a new type of tangible objects which are tracked using a Force-Sensitive Resistance sensor. Geckos are based on low-cost permanent magnets and can also be used on non-horizontal surfaces. Unique pressure footprints are used to identify each tangible Gecko. Two types of tangible object designs are presented: Using a single magnet in combination with felt pads provides new pressure-based interaction modalities. Using multiple separate magnets it is possible to change the marker footprint dynamically and create new haptic experiences. The tangible object design and interaction are illustrated with example applications. We also give details on the feasibility and benefits of our tracking approach and show compatibility with other tracking technologies. Author Keywords Tangible, vertical display, force-sensitive resistance, physical marker. ACM Classification Keywords H5.2 [Information interfaces and presentation]: User Interfaces: Input Devices and Strateg...
Jakob Leitner, Michael Haller
Added 25 Aug 2011
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Type Journal
Year 2011
Where CHI
Authors Jakob Leitner, Michael Haller
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