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    • Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
    • Haptics

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    • Virtual reality (VR) offers immersive experiences but often lacks realistic tactile feedback.
    • Simulating terrain stiffness is crucial for enhancing the believability and engagement of VR environments.
    • Existing methods for haptic feedback in VR can be cumbersome or limited in scope.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To introduce and evaluate PreloadStep, a novel platform for simulating virtual terrain stiffness.
    • To assess the effectiveness of PreloadStep in creating realistic haptic illusions without user instrumentation.
    • To explore the potential of PreloadStep for enhancing user engagement in VR applications.

    Main Methods:

    • PreloadStep utilizes a system of springs compressed between two plates to dynamically adjust perceived terrain stiffness.
    • The platform applies variable preload forces (up to 824 N) to different terrain sections.
    • Two perception studies (thresholds and haptic-visual congruence) and an application example were conducted to validate the system.

    Main Results:

    • PreloadStep successfully creates the illusion of walking on different virtual terrains by modulating perceived stiffness.
    • The system demonstrated the ability to alter stiffness illusions dynamically, even while a user was actively engaged with the platform.
    • Perception studies confirmed the effectiveness and congruence of the haptic feedback with visual stimuli.

    Conclusions:

    • PreloadStep is a promising and effective method for generating realistic virtual terrain stiffness.
    • The instrumentation-free design of PreloadStep enhances its practicality and potential for widespread adoption in VR.
    • This technology significantly advances the potential for creating more immersive and engaging virtual reality experiences.