Tactile Working Memory

The cognitive system responsible for temporarily storing and manipulating tactile information received through the sense of touch. Similar to visual and auditory working memory, tactile working memory has limited capacity (typically 2-5 items depending on conditions) and is essential for tasks requiring integration of touch sensations over time, such as reading Braille or using vibrotactile navigation aids. Research shows that capacity decreases significantly under dual-task conditions like walking or in noisy environments.