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 language | English |
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| Title of host publication | 2025 IEEE International Conference on Technology Management, Operations and Decisions, ICTMOD 2025 |
| Publisher | Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) |
| Pages | 1-6 |
| ISBN (electronic) | 978-1-6654-7808-3 |
| ISBN (print) | 978-1-6654-7809-0 |
| Publication status | Published - Feb 2026 |
| Peer-reviewed | Yes |
Publication series
| Series | IEEE International Technology Management Conference |
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| ISSN | 2372-7268 |
Conference
| Title | 7th IEEE International Conference on Technology Management, Operations and Decisions |
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| Abbreviated title | ICTMOD 2025 |
| Conference number | 7 |
| Duration | 20 - 22 October 2025 |
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| Location | University of Strathclyde |
| City | Glasgow |
| Country | United Kingdom |
External IDs
| ORCID | /0000-0002-0803-8818/work/217233777 |
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| ORCID | /0000-0001-8469-9573/work/217234979 |
| ORCID | /0000-0002-3496-441X/work/217237177 |
| ORCID | /0000-0001-7008-1537/work/217237245 |
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Keywords
- glove interface, haptic feedback, latency, Meta Quest, modular architecture, tactile feedback, XR interaction