Andrew G. Fischer
Virtual Reality Applications Center
Iowa State University
Ames, Iowa 50011
Judy M. Vance
Virtual Reality Applications Center
Iowa State University
Ames, Iowa 50011-2160
IPT/EGVE 2003 Workshop Proceedings, Zurich, Switzerland, May 22-23, 2003.
Abstract
This research combines the PHANToM 1.5 haptic device with a six-sided projection screen virtual environ-ment in order to explore the benefits haptic devices bring to this type of immersive environment. The PHAN-ToM is placed on a specially designed and constructed work stand which allows the device to be moved any-where in the virtual environment. An algorithm has been developed which maps the size of the CAD model represented in the virtual environment, or the movement of the CAD model, to the working space of the PHANToM. Two applications are explored which illustrate using the PHANToM for different tasks: exploring a large NURBS surface and installing an aircraft rudder pedal assembly.
For more information on this project, see the research project Implementing Haptic Feedback in a Projection Screen Virtual Environment
