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    • Historically, tactile communication has served individuals with visual and/or hearing impairments.
    • Technological advancements in areas like screen readers and cochlear implants influence tactile system requirements.
    • Recent focus includes wearable tactile systems for broader user groups.

    Conclusions:

    • The evolution of tactile communication is shaped by broader technological advancements.
    • Commercial viability remains a challenge for advanced tactile communication solutions, especially bi-directional ones.
    • Effective implementation of tactile language systems hinges on comprehensive user training.