Haptic Vest

INDUSTRIAL DESIGN, UI/UX, WEARABLES, HAPTICS

RESEARCH PROJECT WITH NASA

Working with a design brief from the NASA Johnson Space Center, we researched how the human body interprets vibrations and haptic signals. We used this research to develop a wearable prototype that displays the possibilities of haptics for communication. 

Co-Designers Hubert Chen and Michel Tang
Advisor Ricco Aceves, NASA
Professor Rebeccah Pailes-Freidman, Pratt Institute

 
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Haptic Interface

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The garment consists of a vest and gloves. 

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Presentation at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston