Customized haptic control for VRML object

Abstract

Abstract Nonproprietary language like VRML can be used for scientific simulation and visualization. VRML language has the capacity to hold the dynamic numerical values in the matrix form for its interactive objects. These matrices hold the values for manipulation like rotation, scaling, transparency, color, translation etc. Using Simulink’s MATLAB interface, these numeric values can be varied in real time which in turn will allow the user to exercise control over VRML object. The Simulink Graphic User Interface (GUI) demonstrates real time simulation of interactive Virtual Table/Desk Lamp using MATLAB’s Simulink Interface along with Electronic Hardware circuitry. The article explains how interactive VRML object can be controlled using MATLAB’s Simulink interface. The MATLAB’s Simulink capabilities can be utilized for real time simulation of interactive Table/Desk Lamp in virtual Environment. The concept presented in this paper can be extended for full fledged complex simulator design.