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Japanese research develops holograms you can touch (via Switched)

According to the NTDTV report  researchers at Japan’s Tokyo University have managed to concoct holograms that not only react to touch, but that also create the sensation of touch, itself. Apparently, and not surprisingly, an integral part of the system is Nintendo’s Wiimote technology, which senses user input.

Ultrasonic waves are what create the sensory impression.

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    According to the NTDTV report researchers at Japan’s Tokyo University have managed to concoct holograms that not only...
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    This is why I tell everyone to watch Japan.
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