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    • Human-Computer Interaction
    • Virtual Reality
    • Usability Engineering

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    • Standard handheld controllers in VR locomotion can lead to poor self-motion perception, motion sickness, and increased cognitive load.
    • Embodied interfaces offer a potential solution for more natural and engaging VR experiences.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the user experience, usability, and performance of a seated leaning-based locomotion interface, the HeadJoystick, in virtual reality (VR) ground-based navigation.
    • To compare the HeadJoystick against traditional handheld controller interfaces.

    Main Methods:

    • Three within-subject studies were conducted comparing the HeadJoystick with controller-based locomotion.
    • Participants performed tasks including reach-the-target, follow-the-path, and racing (dynamic obstacle avoidance).
    • User experience, usability, performance, motion sickness, and task load were assessed.

    Main Results:

    • The HeadJoystick consistently outperformed controllers across all tasks, showing improved performance.
    • Users reported higher ratings for enjoyment, presence, immersion, usability, and ease of use with the HeadJoystick.
    • The HeadJoystick also reduced motion sickness and task load compared to controllers.

    Conclusions:

    • Seated leaning-based interfaces like the HeadJoystick provide a more embodied and effective alternative to handheld controllers for VR navigation.
    • The HeadJoystick shows promise for improving VR experiences in driving, navigation, and potentially other applications.
    • This interface design can enhance immersion and reduce negative side effects associated with VR locomotion.