Flexible display
At FH Würzburg they have created a prototype of a much softer type of touchscreen , which they´ve labelled impress. It works with the parameters position and time like other touch screens as well, but in addition to that, it reacts, above all, on the intensity of pressure. What this adds to sketch capabilities is f.ex the ability to model in 3d space with pure gestures, although at a more basic level. It´s also quite interesting how this affects the interface when it is used as an instrument for composing sounds, as it adds gravity in more than just flat space.
“The user can merge in and collaborate with technology more than ever. He can squeeze out information and fly through rooms, he can form three-dimensional and put objects in motion by deforming the surface. Four short applications allow an insight into an absolutely new world of deeply sensitive and intuitive interaction possibilities.
Created with Arduino and Processing.”
Full project at SilkeHissing
The author has submitted some useful documentation as well.
