A Comprehensive Software Interface Enabling Haptic Feedback for Real-Time Interaction in XR

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Abstract

Haptic feedback is crucial for enhancing realism and immersion in XR applications, yet current implementations often lack consistency across devices and interaction types. In this paper, we propose a universal approach for designing real-time haptic feedback in the Meta Quest ecosystem, based on a modular architecture and an interaction- driven rule. Our key insight is that the timing of haptic feedback should depend on the semantics of interaction: feedback should be triggered upon physical contact if the object does not change its state, and upon state change otherwise. We implemented this principle in Unity using a layered architecture that decouples hand logic, application logic, and glove-specific hardware control. The framework supports both custom-built (Haptic CeTI Glove) and commercial (TactGlove DK2) gloves and has been validated in two XR applications: a juggling simulator and a latency testing interface. Our results demonstrate how architecture- level abstraction enables reusability and extensibility across use cases, while user testing highlights the importance of latency in perceived realism. The proposed rule provides a practical guideline for developers aiming to design intuitive and consistent haptic experiences in XR.

Details

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2025 IEEE International Conference on Technology Management, Operations and Decisions, ICTMOD 2025
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Pages1-6
ISBN (electronic)978-1-6654-7808-3
ISBN (print)978-1-6654-7809-0
Publication statusPublished - Feb 2026
Peer-reviewedYes

Publication series

SeriesIEEE International Technology Management Conference
ISSN2372-7268

Conference

Title7th IEEE International Conference on Technology Management, Operations and Decisions
Abbreviated titleICTMOD 2025
Conference number7
Duration20 - 22 October 2025
Website
LocationUniversity of Strathclyde
CityGlasgow
CountryUnited Kingdom

External IDs

ORCID /0000-0002-0803-8818/work/217233777
ORCID /0000-0001-8469-9573/work/217234979
ORCID /0000-0002-3496-441X/work/217237177
ORCID /0000-0001-7008-1537/work/217237245

Keywords

Keywords

  • glove interface, haptic feedback, latency, Meta Quest, modular architecture, tactile feedback, XR interaction