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Introduction

The exploration of haptic technology has transformed the way we experience virtual environments, particularly in the metaverse. Traditionally, such technology relied on wearable devices or electrical stimulation of nerves, often raising concerns about safety and individual differences among users. Moreover, most existing haptic systems focus primarily on the hands, leaving other parts of the body, such as legs, underserved.

Innovations by Tokyo Metropolitan Industrial Technology Research Institute

In response to these challenges, the Tokyo Metropolitan Industrial Technology Research Institute (TMITRI) has undertaken a groundbreaking project to create a new type of metaverse experience—referred to as the