Magneto: Enabling Multimodal Haptic Feedback on Paper through Magnetic Fields
CHI EA ’25
Title: Magneto: Enabling Multimodal Haptic Feedback on Paper through Magnetic Fields
Authors: Park, J., Shin, S., Kang, S., Kim, G., and Kim, S.
Conference: CHI EA ’25: Extended Abstracts of the CHI Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems
🧲 Project Overview
Magneto is a multimodal haptic system that augments paper interfaces with force, vibration, and thermal feedback using magnetic fields.
The system consists of lightweight magnetic patches made from neodymium magnets and steel plates, actuated through external electromagnets and induction coils. This enables rich tactile interaction on paper without embedding electronics directly into the sheet, preserving the flexibility and simplicity of paper.
Magneto supports various applications, including:
- Augmented technical drawings with vibration and heat
- Interactive card games using pitch rotation and feedback
- Origami-based prototypes enhanced with rotational haptics
Experimental evaluations confirm that Magneto’s feedback falls within human perceptual thresholds, demonstrating its potential to bring dynamic interactivity to paper in educational, gaming, and prototyping contexts.
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