“Sensing Nature” is designed to give you the feeling of awe that connecting with the natural world can bring. Touching and exploring the textiles and textures of the magic tree triggers a flow of layered interactions bringing together art and music to lift the spirits. Each individual’s sensory experience will be unique.

The background of this project centers around haptic sensing by collaborating multiple sensors. In today's digital age, people tend to immerse themselves in visual and auditory stimuli offered by screens and electronic devices. However, we must not underestimate the significance of touch as a means of emotional communication within the physical realm. Touch is very important way to communicate for emotion in a physical space. Research has shown that even a brief, gentle touch can have remarkable effects on an individual's well-being. It can reduce anxiety, alleviate stress, and mitigate symptoms of depression (Dueren al. 2023, p.1). However, there is a noticeable absence of haptic feedback in the realm of artistic exploration within virtual and augmented reality. Touch interactions are integral to countless human activities, yet among the various haptic technologies developed, very few are designed to enhance natural touch interactions. Furthermore, there is a dearth of technologies that can computationally augment free-hand interactions with real-world environments (Kawazoe, et al. 2021, p.835). Many of the haptic devices currently available are centered around controllers, instrumented surfaces, or hardware interfaces that necessitate manual operation by the hands. An interesting finding from a study by Gibbs( 2022, 157p) indicates that the incorporation of haptic feedback alone can significantly enhance the sense of presence in virtual environments when compared to relying solely on visual feedback.  Consequently, 'Sensing Nature,' delves into the realm of touch to explore the growth of nature within virtual and augmented reality. Our primary focus is on replicating nature-inspired sensations, such as the feeling of wind and vibrations, through haptic feedback. By complementing these tactile sensations with visual and auditory cues, we aim to create a more immersive sense of existence. In pursuit of this objective, we have designed haptic feedback mechanisms that seamlessly integrate with free-hand interactions, enhancing the user's engagement with virtual and augmented environments. Our aim is to bridge the gap between the digital and physical worlds, creating a holistic and captivating user experience. The sketch is under (picture 1- 4).