What are Haptic Gloves?
Haptic gloves are part of the equipment that is being used in the development of a wide range of virtual reality devices. Essentially, the haptic glove is a mechanism that is shaped like the human hand. As with any glove, haptic gloves allow for the insertion of the human hand and the easy movement of the fingers. However, haptic gloves also contain electronic wiring and devices that help to stimulate sensation and allow for an interface with electronic images. The function of haptic gloves is usually built around two main applications. In one type of interactive activity, the gloves allow the wearer to receive stimulation along the fingertips that mimics actual physical contact with an object or another person. The sensations are connected to an electronic simulation, such as in a video game. Haptic technology allows the individual wearing the gloves to not only view the virtual simulation, but also to physically interact with it. Along with allowing for the creation of an artificial
