Astrohaptices: Touching the Universe

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Authors: Russ Palmer, Stina Ojala
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Abstract

People with deafblindness may have space-related hobbies. These hobbies are a way of touching the Universe. The means of making these hobbies accessible include environmental description and social-haptic communication, in particular the astronomy-related subgroup, astrohaptices. The subsystem is evolving but already provides an important tool for the professionals. Astrohaptices can be used with various space-related events and activities. Furthermore, astrohaptices are zoomable to be used within our Solar System and elsewhere in the Universe. They provide tools for making the Universe more accessible for all.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Tactile and Sensory Interactions Assistive Technology in Communication and Mobility Teleoperation and Haptic Systems

Publication details

Publication date
28 January 2026
Document type
Book chapter