Reconfigurable Interfaces by Shape Change and Embedded Magnets

Explore a groundbreaking approach to reconfigurable physical interfaces using shape-changing mechanisms and embedded magnets in this conference talk from CHI 2024. Discover how 3D printed structures can be transformed through translations and rotations of parts, enabling swift adaptation to tailored design requirements without the need for costly refabrication. Delve into innovative fabrication techniques that leverage magnets and the thermoplasticity of heated polymer to achieve reconfiguration. Learn about the potential applications of these interfaces in various fields, including rehabilitation, embodied communication, accessibility, safety, and gaming. Gain insights into how these reconfigurable structures provide tunable haptic feedback and adjustable user affordances by reconfiguring input motions, opening up new possibilities for human-computer interaction design.