Cane Simulation

A virtual reality application that simulates the experience of using a white cane (long cane) for navigation, allowing blind users to explore virtual environments through haptic feedback. In a cane simulation, the user's finger or hand position is mapped to a virtual cane that extends into the virtual space. When the virtual cane contacts walls, objects, floors, or other surfaces, force feedback is applied to the user's hand to simulate the physical sensations of real cane contact. Different force patterns can represent different interactions — a constant force for sliding along a wall, a sharp jolt for hitting an object, or a buzzing sensation for passing through a surface. Cane simulation enables safe orientation and mobility training in virtual buildings, streets, and other environments before encountering them in the real world.