Designing memorable tactile patterns

Abstract

In our previous study, the requirements for designing memorable vibration patterns such as a rhythmical vibration pattern called “vibration rhythm” were proposed. However, almost all participants, regardless of their age, could only recognize a few vibration patterns. Therefore, we attempted to determine a method to create memorable vibration patterns that enabled the users to understand the meaning of the many vibration patterns presented. In this study, a method, designing the vibration patterns with language rhythms implied the Japanese pronunciation of the corresponding message, were tried. The method was evaluated through experiments, and its validity was verified by comparing its results with a working memory system proposed by Baddeley. From the results, we concluded that the method can help the user improve his learning skills and memory. Consequently, our proposed new method is a better option to create memorable vibration patterns.