A wearable system for the leg with propeller-based force feedback, simulating walking in fluids through VR
VRWalker is a pair of calf-worn haptic devices to simulate buoyancy and resistant force when the user’s lower limbs interact with various fluids or other materials in virtual reality (VR). This system can be used directly in games and other forms of entertainment, and in the field of sports, like those related to foot weights. The device can also be applied to rehabilitation training to help users with lower limb injuries. Another potential application is to provide alternative haptic feedback for users with upper limb disabilities to enhance their VR experience.
Dr Ke Pingchuan* (Alumnus, School of Creative Media, CityU)
Mr Gao Haichen (PhD student, School of Creative Media, CityU)
* Person-in-charge
(Info based on the team's application form)
- CityU HK Tech 300 Seed Fund (2023)
- First prize, China Competition on Virtual Reality (CCVR), co-sponsored by China Computer Federation, China Image and Graphics Society and China Simulation Society (2022)