Audio-Influenced Pseudo-Haptics: A Review of Effects, Applications and Research Directions
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Wang, Keru
Wu, Yi
Liu, Pincun
Wang, Zhu
Roginska, Agneiszka
Sun, Qi
Perlin, Ken
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Haptic feedback plays an important role in interaction, but traditional haptic devices are often difficult to access due to their complexity and high cost. A cost-effective approach is to use auditory displays to evoke pseudo-haptic sensations by leveraging the brains multisensory processing. Auditory cues can enhance or modify existing haptic feedback, refine low-resolution haptic devices, or generate convincing haptic illusions without physical contact. Despite their potential, audio-influenced pseudo-haptics remain underexplored. In this survey, we provide a comprehensive overview of existing research on audio-influenced pseudo-haptics, summarizing the mapping between different auditory cues and the pseudo-haptics that they elicit, identifying key challenges, and discussing future opportunities. We aim to provide a road map in audio-influenced pseudo-haptics research and inspire further exploration in this field, fostering innovation and guiding the development of more immersive, functional, and accessible interactive systems.
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2025-06
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