Device that mimics sense of touch could allow ‘people to hold hands virtually’

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Breakthrough device allows user to be touched remotely in a ‘real-life’ way — and could be a cure for isolation

A breakthrough medical device, which cancer cancer-recognizing abilities, has the potential to simulate virtual physical connection and "touch as natural as real-life sensations,” the Independent reported.

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Scientists develop system to ‘touch’ across the internet

A new device simulates the real experience of touching objects, with potential uses in surgery, nuclear decommissioning and social bonding

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Device that mimics sense of touch could allow ‘people to hold hands virtually’

The technology developed by UCL was presented at the British Science Festival.

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Device gives hope people thousands of kilometers apart can 'hold hands'

A soft-fingered device capable of mimicking human touch could one day enable people living thousands of miles apart to hold hands, PA media/DPA and BTA reported, citing ...

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