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    • Biomechanics of human-computer interaction
    • Sensorimotor neuroscience
    • Musical instrument technology

    Background:

    • Piano performance relies on complex sensorimotor skills.
    • Understanding finger-key interactions is crucial for piano pedagogy.
    • Existing methods lack detailed force measurement capabilities.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop a sensor-integrated piano keyboard for measuring 3D forces.
    • To analyze the role of vertical and horizontal forces in piano playing.
    • To gain novel insights into the sensorimotor mechanisms of pianistic skills.

    Main Methods:

    • Embedded Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) sensor devices in piano keys (C4 to C5).
    • Developed a system to monitor three-dimensional (3D) forces, including vertical and horizontal components.
    • Recorded and analyzed force data during piano performance tasks.

    Main Results:

    • The sensor system successfully captured detailed temporal profiles of vertical and horizontal forces.
    • Analysis revealed rich information within force data related to pianistic skills.
    • Novel observations of dynamic finger-key force interactions were documented.

    Conclusions:

    • The sensor-integrated keyboard provides a valuable tool for studying the sensorimotor basis of piano performance.
    • Objective force data can enhance the understanding and teaching of piano technique.
    • This technology opens new avenues for research in musical expertise and motor control.