A group of Japanese researchers has developed new technology that allows users to share their sense of touch. They say it is the first system of its kind in the world.
Researchers from telecom giant NTT Docomo, Keio University, and the Nagoya Institute of Technology worked together on the project.
The system uses sensors to measure the frequency of the subtle vibrations a person feels when touching an object.
This data can then be used to reproduce the vibrations on a device held by another person.
The researchers say the system could help teach and preserve skills that rely on touch, such as traditional craftwork.
They say the technology could also be used by online retailers to allow people shopping for clothing to feel the materials beforehand.
Researchers from telecom giant NTT Docomo, Keio University, and the Nagoya Institute of Technology worked together on the project.
The system uses sensors to measure the frequency of the subtle vibrations a person feels when touching an object.
This data can then be used to reproduce the vibrations on a device held by another person.
The researchers say the system could help teach and preserve skills that rely on touch, such as traditional craftwork.
They say the technology could also be used by online retailers to allow people shopping for clothing to feel the materials beforehand.
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