Intra- and intermanual curvature aftereffect can be obtained via tool-touch

IEEE Trans Haptics. 2014 Mar;7(1):61-6. doi: 10.1109/TOH.2013.63.

Abstract

We examined the perception of virtual curved surfaces explored with a tool. We found a reliable curvature aftereffect, suggesting neural representation of the curvature in the absence of direct touch. Intermanual transfer of the aftereffect suggests that this representation is somewhat independent of the hand used to explore the surface.

Publication types

  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Feedback, Sensory / physiology*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Space Perception / physiology*
  • Touch Perception / physiology*