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Gadget Lab got a hands on the demo with a prototype magnetic levitation haptic control unit at Carnegie Mellon University, which experienced the feeling artificial (through magnets), rabbit 3d, hard surfaces and vinyl records. In addition to the simulation of the general forms of the objects, the technology can accurately reproduce the qualities such as texture and elasticity using an interesting dual joystick set.

Ultimately, the goal of this maglev haptic technology would be applied in a medical facility (microsurgery), the military (drone control), or even data visualzation (minority report, perhaps?). Just do not expect that anytime soon, as the power of electromagnets that this thing cost tens of thousands of dollars only. More photos are available in more than [Gadget Lab].

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