Generalizing the Hand Redirection Function in Virtual Reality

Abstract

Hand redirection is a visuo-haptic illusion offering rich haptic feedback in Virtual Reality while using a limited number of physical objects. This technique relies on a redirection function which determines the virtual hand position depending on the physical hand position. In this paper, we extend the design space of the Hand-redirection technique by generalizing this redirection function. A user study compares 6 redirection functions. Our results suggest that the redirection function does not deteriorate the illusion offering more flexibility and control to designer over the hand trajectory and avoid collisions.