VibraHand: In-Hand Superpower Enabling Spying, Precognition, and Telekinesis

Jiwan Kim, Hohurn Jung, and Ian Oakley
UIST '24 Adjunct: The Adjunct Publication of the 37th Annual ACM Symposium on User Interface Software and Technology
DOI: https://dl.acm.org/doi/10.1145/3672539.3686728
Session: Student Innovation Contests
Recognition: Best People's Choice Award

Abstract

This work presents a novel integration of multiple sensing and control technologies into a hand-worn device, enabling users to experience superpowers such as remote eavesdropping, telekinesis, and precognition. By leveraging techniques such as surface vibration sensing, ultrasound, and mmWave radar, the device facilitates expressive and intuitive in-hand interactions. Additionally, the use of acoustic levitation for contactless object manipulation extends the scope of wearable interactions. This innovative approach enhances the functionality of wearable devices for the future of seamless and powerful user experiences.

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