A research project from the Hsin-Ni Ho Lab (Faculty of Design, Kyushu University) has received the Best Technical Long Paper Award at the international conference IEEE Haptics Symposium 2026. This award recognizes papers with outstanding technical contributions.
Awarded Paper
Title: Thermal and Tactile Integration in Human Liquid Perception Using Viscous Solutions and Visible Light
Authors:
Junjie Hua (Kyushu University / Bentley University)
Sosuke Ichihashi (Georgia Institute of Technology)
Hsin-Ni Ho (Faculty of Design, Kyushu University)
This study investigates humans’ liquid perception. Rather than relying on a specific receptor, liquid perception arises from the integration of thermal and tactile sensations. By manipulating thermal stimulation to the skin and the viscosity of the liquid while the hand is immersed, the study shows that stronger thermal input and higher viscosity both reduce perceived liquidity.
These findings suggest that liquid perception is a flexible phenomenon shaped by multisensory integration. The results contribute to understanding thermal–tactile integration and support the development of haptic technologies for virtual reality (VR) and remote communication.
Awarded Paper
Title: Thermal and Tactile Integration in Human Liquid Perception Using Viscous Solutions and Visible Light
Authors:
Junjie Hua (Kyushu University / Bentley University)
Sosuke Ichihashi (Georgia Institute of Technology)
Hsin-Ni Ho (Faculty of Design, Kyushu University)
This study investigates humans’ liquid perception. Rather than relying on a specific receptor, liquid perception arises from the integration of thermal and tactile sensations. By manipulating thermal stimulation to the skin and the viscosity of the liquid while the hand is immersed, the study shows that stronger thermal input and higher viscosity both reduce perceived liquidity.
These findings suggest that liquid perception is a flexible phenomenon shaped by multisensory integration. The results contribute to understanding thermal–tactile integration and support the development of haptic technologies for virtual reality (VR) and remote communication.
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