A Pilot Study of a Thermal Display Using a Miniature Tactor for Upper Extremity Prosthesis

We have been developing a miniature multi-function haptic device - a tactor - that generates the sense of pressure, vibration, shear force, and temperature for upper extremity amputees, especially those who have undergone targeted nerve reinnervation surgery. This paper discusses first the design of the thermal display portion of the tactor, second a pilot study of a thermal display using the tactor.

• Type: Conference
• Year: 2007
• Where: FBIT
• Authors: Keehoon Kim, J. Edward Colgate, Michael A. Peshkin
• Keywords: FBIT 2007, Information Management, Multi-function Haptic Device, Thermal Display, Upper Extremity Amputees