Provide a definition of haptics. Give an example of how haptics can be used to communicate

control.

What will be an ideal response?


Haptics is the use of touch to communicate different messages. One way we can use touch is to
demonstrate control. For example, holding a child's hand to help them across the street, and
keep them from getting run over, is a way that we use touch to control others.

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