Future Affair
An Artistic Exploration of Socially Distanced Affective Touch via Forearm Stimulation
Amy Den Dekker (Student TU Delft)
Laura A. Dima (Independent researcher)
Gijs Huisman (TU Delft - Human Technology Relations)
Daniel Shor (TU Delft - Education and Student Affairs)
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Abstract
'Future Affair' is a project to explore affective touch and interpersonal connection using tactile sculptures and robotics. Our initial work focuses on C-Tactile afferent-optimal touch, with one individual stimulating the other through a mediated stroking touch experience. Here, we describe the first steps in creating a socially distanced intimate connection between two individuals.