Innovative real-time communication system with rich emotional and haptic channels

Authors:
Dzmitry Tsetserukou;Alena Neviarouskaya
Affiliations:
Toyohashi University of Technology, Toyohashi, Aichi, Japan;University of Tokyo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, Japan
Venue:
EuroHaptics'10 Proceedings of the 2010 international conference on Haptics: generating and perceiving tangible sensations, Part I
Year:
2010

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Abstract

The paper focuses on a novel system iFeel_IM! that integrates 3D virtual world Second Life, intelligent component for automatic emotion recognition from text messages, and innovative affective haptic interfaces providing additional nonverbal communication channels through simulation of emotional feedback and social touch (physical co-presence). The core component, Affect Analysis Model, automatically recognizes nine emotions from text. The detected emotion is stimulated by innovative haptic devices integrated into iFeel_IM!. Users can not only exchange messages but also emotionally and physically feel the presence of the communication partner (e.g., family member, friend, or beloved person).