By its very nature, a touchscreen does not provide any physical feedback. The glass surface remains unresponsive, regardless of whether an input was registered or not. In demanding work environments that require concentration and attention, this is precisely the challenge: The operator must keep their eyes on the display to check whether the desired action has been triggered.
HAPTIC TOUCH by RAFI solves this problem by providing active, tactile feedback directly on the touchscreen.
With HAPTIC TOUCH, actuators are integrated into the touchscreen system to generate precise, configurable feedback when a touch event is detected. The user immediately feels that their input has been registered, similar to pressing a mechanical key switch.
This active feedback bridges the sensory gap between touchscreens and conventional operating elements, enabling reliable operation without looking. You can keep your focus on the task at hand, whether it involves a machine, a vehicle, or a medical device.
HAPTIC TOUCH is not limited to a single feedback pattern. The intensity, duration, and characteristics of the haptic feedback can be individually configured by software and adapted to different operating situations or user groups. The result is a realistic, high-quality tactile response that boosts the operator’s confidence in the system while providing evidence that the error rate during input has been reduced.
+ Active feedback with every input
HAPTIC TOUCH confirms every registered touch event with a tactile signal – immediately and without delay. The user knows immediately that their input was successful.
+ Distraction-free operation without looking
Thanks to haptic feedback, operators do not have to take their eyes off the actual work being done. This significantly improves safety and efficiency in everyday life.
+ Realistic tactile feedback
The click feedback it generates simulates the sensation of a mechanical actuation, providing a high-quality and familiar user experience on a smooth glass surface.
+ Customizable feel
The intensity, duration, and characteristics of the feedback can be freely configured for different applications, user profiles, and operating scenarios. No hardware changes are necessary.