TukTuk is a set of mechanisms that has varying haptics contained in one device. The mechanisms are powered by magnets interacting with one another, housed in 3D printed and acrylic casings. The haptic feedback can be adjusted by varying distances between magnets, surface textures and surface profiles. This way different functions could be differentiated through different haptics, giving assurance & the flexibility of customisation for the users. TukTuk would be useful in different scenarios that benefit from customizing the haptics of a device, such as having a macro and micro-adjustment knob for video editing, or an all-in-one smart home control.

Some renders to showcase the possible usage of these haptics!

Here are some pictures of our research prototypes! For more info about our research you can visit our Miro board here!