Interaction capture in immersive virtual environments via an intelligent floor surface

We present techniques to enable users to interact on foot with simulated natural ground surfaces in immersive virtual environments. Position and force estimates from in-floor force sensors are used to enable interaction with deformable ground surfaces, such as soil or ice, presented in a virtual environment and accompanied by plausible auditory, and vibrotactile feedback.

• Type: Journal
• Year: 2010
• Where: VR
• Authors: Yon Visell, Alvin Law, Jessica Ip, Severin Smith, Jeremy R. Cooperstock
• Keywords: Immersive Virtual Environments, In-floor Force Sensors, Virtual Environment, Virtual Reality, VR 2010