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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Apr. 07, 2020
Filed:
Jun. 15, 2018
Immersion Corporation, San Jose, CA (US);
Juan Manuel Cruz Hernandez, Montreal, CA;
Immersion Corporation, San Jose, CA (US);
Abstract
A kinesthetically enabled glove for providing kinesthetic feedback to a user are provided. The kinesthetically enabled glove incorporates various actuators configured to provide resistance to movement and/or to provide movement. Kinesthetic actuators employed include electroadhesive actuators, electromagnetic actuators, air-jamming actuators, and inertial mass actuators. The kinesthetic actuators are arranged in various portions of the kinesthetically enabled glove to provide force feedback at different locations. The kinesthetic glove may be employed during interaction with a computer system, providing a user with a more immersive experience.