University of Twente Student Theses
Immersion in Digital Nature : Exploring the Role of Skin Sensing as a Means of Simulating a Natural Environment
Jansen, S.A. (2024) Immersion in Digital Nature : Exploring the Role of Skin Sensing as a Means of Simulating a Natural Environment.
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| Abstract: | This thesis explores the role of skin-based sensory inputs on the immersion of participants in a simulated natural environment. By incorporating stimuli such as wind, warmth, and humidity, the research aims to replicate the tactile sensations of natural settings and evaluate their impact on user immersion. The methodology involved a controlled experiment with nineteen participants who experienced both a baseline condition and a condition with added tactile stimuli. Data collection was conducted through semi-structured interviews and observational notes, focusing on the perceived immersion and emotional responses of the participants. The analysis revealed that wind and warmth significantly improved the sense of presence and engagement, while humidity had a lesser impact. These findings suggest that integrating tactile feedback into digital nature experiences can enhance their realism, thus improving immersion. The research contributes to the understanding of integrating skin-based stimuli in virtual environments, which can aid in future implementation of these stimuli in research and design. |
| Item Type: | Essay (Bachelor) |
| Faculty: | EEMCS: Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science |
| Subject: | 50 technical science in general, 70 social sciences in general |
| Programme: | Creative Technology BSc (50447) |
| Link to this item: | https://purl.utwente.nl/essays/103031 |
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