Perception of Sound through Haptics

Overview

Developed a haptic system to enhance accessibility at Tekniska Museet in Stockholm, enabling hearing-impaired individuals to experience music generated from brainwave activity. The prototype converted sound waveforms into haptic vibrations, offering a tactile representation of auditory experiences and showcasing the potential of haptic technology in sound perception.

Course: Human-Centered Technology for Disabilities Date: January–March 2023
Collaborators: Sophie Black, Andreas Garcia, Sebastian Hällman

Key Skills and Tools

Designed and implemented an accessibility-focused solution using haptic technology.
Programmed a haptic interface with Swift and the Taptic Engine on an iPhone 13.
Conducted user evaluations through think-aloud sessions and semi-structured interviews.