What is it?

The haptic device development/experience module "hapStak" is a set of vibration actuators and drive circuits for easy reproduction of tactile sensations through vibration. It uses the latest actuator "FOSTER ACOUSTICHAPTIC®" developed by Foster Electric, and produces various tactile sensations as a versatile actuator with "wide-range vibration," "low latency," and "quietness," which are not available in conventional modules. The "digital version" is for developers with an I2S socket, while the "analog version" can easily generate vibrations from audio signals to create tactile sensations. This product aims to set a new standard in the development of a new genre of tactile devices that "create sensations that should not be there.

Product Application Examples

Implementation in game controllers Implementation in hand devices for VR experiences Use in exhibition amusement, etc. Demonstrations at exhibitions Teaching materials in engineering and information classes

What makes it special?

Product Features Innovative vibration performance with FOSTER ACOUSTICHAPTIC®, the latest actuator from Foster Electric FOSTER ACOUSTICHAPTIC® is a universal actuator that combines wide-range vibration, low latency, and quietness, which were not possible with conventional actuators. The FOSTER ACOUSTICHAPTIC® actuator alone covers a wide range of vibrations at various frequencies that could not be covered without combining multiple motors and other devices. It boasts overwhelming expressive power from heavy impact to soft touch and delicate vibration like knocking on a ballpoint pen. It also combines a response time of less than 50 ms, a five-fold improvement over previous models, and bedroom-level quietness to deliver a pure vibration experience to the user.

Foster Electric Actuator Specification List (Jump to Foster Electric Web site) https://www.foster.co.jp/products/vibration_actuator/?fbclid=IwAR1Ar0-cDZA6prkS8GN3YpAzHFzqFHuJsf6as6f6dOdPpsH0PHMm0VEb_Sc

High-quality tactile experience can be easily reproduced using only audio signals

Amazing tactile experiences are possible just by using basic audio signals such as mp3.

The module reproduces familiar sounds such as the sound of a bat being struck or the sound of a keyboard being typed with great precision.

Caution!

Analog version

This product is a module that includes an actuator and a drive circuit. The USB power supply terminal and the power supply from the battery box are exclusive and cannot be used at the same time.

Basic Specifications

Actuator】 Foster Electric ACOUSTICHAPTIC® 639897 Amplifier】Digital version: NS4168 Supported microcontroller boards] M5StackAtom/Lite/Matrix/Echo (with pronounced speaker included with Echo), ArduinoMKRZero Power Requirements] Approx. 1W, supplied from USB or included battery box Weight】Analog version: Board approx. 5g, Actuator approx. 30g Analog version: approx. W25 x H10 x D25mm (board only) Accessories】Battery box Operating temperature: 0 to 40°C (with no condensation) Warranty period] 1 year