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With full freedom of motion, new device can generate a variety of sensations, including pulling, stretching, sliding, vibrations, pressure and twisting. (Source: John A. Rogers/ Northwestern University)
Touch the Future

Wearable Device Mimics the Complexity of Human Touch

What if your skin could feel virtual silk, sense direction, or even hear music? While most haptics are stuck on simple buzzes, Northwestern engineers have cracked the code to complex touch. Their new device doesn’t just vibrate — it stretches, twists, slides, and taps, bringing the full language of touch into the digital age.

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