VR-Kayak
A system that lets you enjoy a realistic kayaking experience while feeling the resistance of the water.
About
Enjoy a Realistic Kayaking Experience Indoors
VR Kayak is an immersive system that utilizes BodySharing technology to recreate the physical sensations of kayaking, such as the resistance of the water and the rocking motion of the kayak.
By combining VR visuals with feedback based on paddle movements and seat motion, it provides a sense of realism as if you were actually maneuvering a kayak on the water.
Enjoy a realistic kayaking experience indoors, free from the constraints of location or physical limitations.
Solution
Making Authentic Outdoor Experiences Accessible to Everyone
Outdoor experiences often face challenges such as limited opportunities due to weather, location, and physical limitations. VR Kayaking delivers an authentic kayaking experience not only through visuals but also by replicating the resistance felt when paddling and the rocking motion of the kayak. Regardless of age or disability, anyone can easily enjoy the experience of kayaking, and it is expected to be utilized for remote tourism and health promotion.
Feature
Paddle Controls That Simulate Water Resistance
It provides feedback on the weight and resistance felt when paddling, based on your paddle movements.
You can experience a feel that closely resembles that of an actual kayak.
Seat Mechanism That Simulates the Rocking Motion of a Kayak
The seat moves in sync with the video to replicate the unique rocking motion of a kayak.
This creates a more immersive experience.
An Integrated Experience of Visual and Physical Sensations
By combining visuals from VR headsets and large displays with haptic feedback, we provide a realistic kayaking experience even indoors.
Movie
You can see the actual operation, installation method, and usage examples in the video.