Glove that Vibrates Fingertip Could Improve One's Sense of Touch
Thursday, August 4, 2011 - 10:00
in Physics & Chemistry
Researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology have developed a glove with a special fingertip designed to improve the wearer's sense of touch. Applying a small vibration to the side of the fingertip improves tactile sensitivity and motor performance, according to their research results.