Touch Interface Concept by 10/GUI

Interesting new touch interface concept by 10/GUI. This project looks at the benefits and limitations inherent in current mouse-based and window-oriented interfaces, the problems facing other potential solutions, and visualizes a proposal for a completely new way of interacting with desktop computers. More information on the 10/GUI website.

Soft Morphing Blob by iRobot

I was recently at thefirst architecture robotics conference in Orlando and discussing “jamming” prototypes with Cornell phd students. The prototypes I saw were about the size of a quarter and looked quite structural. iRobot is currently developing a soft ball robot that can inflate and move via the “jamming” phenomena. iRobot’s soft, shape-shifting robot blob can roll around and change shape, and it will be able to squeeze through tiny cracks in a wall when the project is finished. Video presented at IEEE IROS 2009. More info can be viewed on the IEEE website.

Bumptop Multi-touch with Improved Gestures

Bumptop has recently expanded and improved upon its gesture library to create more intuitive control. The product is becoming more lifelike and more tangible. More information on Tech Crunch and the Bumptop.com website.