The Bogus Finger is a remote-controllable tool for simulating vertical pressing forces of various magnitude as exerted by a human finger. Its main application is the characterization of haptic devices under realistic active touch conditions. The device is released as an open-source hardware and software DIY project that can be easily built using off-the-shelf components. We report the characterization of the quasi-static properties of the device, and validate its dynamic response to pressing on a vibrating surface by comparison with human fingers. The present prototype configuration accurately reproduces the mechanical impedance of the human finger in the frequency range 200-400 Hz.

An open-source robotic tool for the simulation of quasi-static finger pressing on stationary and vibrating surfaces

De Pra Y.;Fontana F.;
2021-01-01

Abstract

The Bogus Finger is a remote-controllable tool for simulating vertical pressing forces of various magnitude as exerted by a human finger. Its main application is the characterization of haptic devices under realistic active touch conditions. The device is released as an open-source hardware and software DIY project that can be easily built using off-the-shelf components. We report the characterization of the quasi-static properties of the device, and validate its dynamic response to pressing on a vibrating surface by comparison with human fingers. The present prototype configuration accurately reproduces the mechanical impedance of the human finger in the frequency range 200-400 Hz.
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