This Skin Patch Could Add A Sense of Touch to Virtual Reality Devices

The patch delivers soft touches to a wearer's skin, with potential applications in virtual reality, prosthetics and more.

By Leslie Nemo
Nov 20, 2019 10:00 PMNov 21, 2019 1:33 AM
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The skin patch helps a man pick up a beer sleeve with a prosthetic by giving him tactile feedback. (Credit: Northwestern University)

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A new patchlike device that adheres to your arm, back or stomach might bring a sense of touch to virtual reality.

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