Tactile technology is becoming increasingly important due to robotics applications and the use of the metaverse. However, there is few research on tactile technologies that can provide information on two-point discrimination thresholds at the human sensory level, and practical application has not progressed. This is due to the fact that the devices are complex and cannot be compactly mounted in key locations such as fingertips. This research aims to develop thin, flexible piezoelectric resin devices and put them into practical use. Here, it is important to miniaturize the drive circuits that drive such piezoelectric devices, so we developed a drive system that uses a piezoelectric driver IC that can utilize serial communication, and is capable of generating a wide range of tactile sensations, including multi-tone gradations.
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