Exoskeleton Robotics Glove with A Dual Force Feedback Haptic Device for Immersive Virtual Reality Interaction

Abstract

Haptic devices are constantly developing and one of their main applications is interacting with virtual reality. Instead of merely watching animation on screen, it is now also possible to touch and feel those virtual objects. In this paper, an exoskeleton glove is presented which can provide both active and passive force feedback. The design and manufacturing process is illustrated, showing that each finger is connected to its own servo motor, which acts as the actuator for the glove. A virtual reality environment is created through Unity and hand tracking is used to translate the movement of the glove into the hand models on screen. The results show that the glove can give haptic feedback when tested with the VR simulation. The integration of haptic devices like the exoskeleton glove, enabling touch and feedback in virtual reality environments, opens up promising avenues for enhanced interaction technologies in smart cities, fostering immersive experiences and real-world applications.