Abstract
In this paper, research aspects on tactile feedback systems for Virtual Environments applications are presented. A theoretical approach dealing with the modelling of indentation and thermal functions to be utilized for the generation of tactile feedback stimuli is outlined. A description of the tactile effector components appropriately designed for the integration on a glove-like advanced interface is also presented. Results of a preliminary set of tests performed for simple exploratory procedures of virtual objects are given.
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