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{{Device Infobox
|name = Teslasuit Glove
|image =
|VR/AR = [[Virtual Reality]], [[Haptics]]
|Type = [[VR Controller]]
|Subtype = [[Haptic Glove]], [[Force Feedback Glove]]
|Platform = [[SteamVR]], proprietary SDK
|Creator = [[Teslasuit]]
|Developer = [[Teslasuit]]
|Manufacturer = [[Teslasuit]]
|Announcement Date = CES 2020
|Release Date = 2020
|Price = Enterprise pricing (not disclosed)
|Website = https://teslasuit.io/
|Versions = Teslasuit Glove (TESLAGLOVE)
|Requires = VR headset (HTC Vive, etc.), PC, optional Teslasuit
|Predecessor = None
|Successor = Updated versions
|Operating System = [[Windows]] (SDK)
|Chipset = Custom haptic controller
|CPU = Embedded processor
|GPU = N/A
|HPU = Haptic processing unit
|Storage = N/A
|Memory = N/A
|SD Card Slot = No
|Display = N/A
|Subpixel Layout = N/A
|Peak Brightness = N/A
|Resolution = N/A
|Pixel Density = N/A
|Refresh Rate = N/A
|Persistence = N/A
|Field of View = N/A
|Horizontal FoV = N/A
|Vertical FoV = N/A
|Average Pixel Density = N/A
|Peak Pixel Density = N/A
|Foveated Rendering = N/A
|Optics = N/A
|Ocularity = N/A
|IPD Range = N/A
|Adjustable Diopter = N/A
|Passthrough = N/A
|Tracking = Yes (motion capture)
|Tracking Frequency = High frequency
|Base Stations = Optional (Vive Tracker compatible)
|Eye Tracking = N/A
|Face Tracking = N/A
|Hand Tracking = Yes (full finger/hand MoCap)
|Body Tracking = Syncs with Teslasuit full body
|Rotational Tracking = Yes
|Positional Tracking = Yes (with Vive Tracker)
|Update Rate = Real-time
|Tracking Volume = Room-scale
|Play Space = Roomscale
|Latency = Low latency
|Audio = N/A
|Microphone = N/A
|3.5mm Audio Jack = N/A
|Camera = N/A
|Connectivity = Wi-Fi (wireless), USB (charging)
|Ports = USB charging
|Wired Video = N/A
|Wireless Video = N/A
|WiFi = Yes (connection to suit/PC)
|Bluetooth = N/A
|Power = Internal battery
|Battery Capacity = Not specified
|Battery Life = Not specified
|Charge Time = Not specified
|Dimensions = Glove form factor
|Weight = Lightweight (not specified)
|Material = Exoskeleton, textile, electronics
|Headstrap = N/A
|Haptics = Yes (electrostimulation + force feedback)
|Color = Black/Gray
|Sensors = Resistive bending sensors, IMU, biometric sensors
|Input = Finger/hand motion capture, haptic feedback output
|Compliance = CE, enterprise standards
}}

The '''Teslasuit Glove''' (also known as TESLAGLOVE) is a professional haptic feedback and motion capture glove system developed by [[Teslasuit]], announced at CES 2020 as a companion to the Teslasuit full-body haptic suit. The Teslasuit Glove represents one of the most advanced commercial haptic hand devices, combining three key technologies: electrostimulation haptics with a 3×3 array on each finger (90+ total channels—more than the 80 channels in the entire Teslasuit body suit) enabling users to feel virtual textures naturally, motorized force feedback exoskeleton delivering up to 9 Newtons of force (2.8-3.3 kg*cm torque) that physically stops the user's hand when touching virtual objects, and driftless motion capture using encoder-based resistive bending sensors plus IMU for precise finger and wrist tracking without the drift common to other motion capture systems. The glove also includes real-time biometric monitoring of heart rate, stress level, and emotional state. Designed for enterprise applications in mining, oil and gas, energy, hazardous manufacturing, and military training, the Teslasuit Glove connects wirelessly via Wi-Fi to the Teslasuit or PC, and can integrate with HTC Vive Trackers for positional tracking in room-scale VR environments.

== History and Development ==

=== Teslasuit Background ===
Company origins:
* Full-body haptic suit pioneer
* Founded for immersive VR
* Professional/enterprise focus
* Haptic technology leaders

=== CES 2020 Announcement ===
Glove introduction:
* Companion to Teslasuit body
* Complete haptic solution
* Force feedback innovation
* Enterprise applications

=== Technology Foundation ===
Building on Teslasuit:
* Electrostimulation expertise
* Motion capture technology
* Biometric integration
* Professional platforms

=== Enterprise Focus ===
Target markets:
* Mining and oil/gas
* Energy sector
* Hazardous manufacturing
* Military and training

== Design Philosophy ==

=== Triple Technology Integration ===
Combined systems:
* Electrostimulation haptics
* Force feedback exoskeleton
* Motion capture tracking
* Biometric monitoring

=== True Touch Sensation ===
Haptic realism:
* Feel virtual textures
* Physical resistance
* Pressure simulation
* Natural interaction

=== Professional Training ===
Enterprise applications:
* Hazardous environment training
* Skill development
* Safety procedures
* Risk-free practice

=== Teslasuit Integration ===
Ecosystem design:
* Pairs with body suit
* Wi-Fi connection
* Unified experience
* Complete solution

== Haptic Technology ==

=== Electrostimulation Haptics ===
Tactile feedback system:
* 3×3 array per finger
* 90+ total channels (fingers)
* Additional palm/wrist channels
* More than entire body suit (80)

=== Texture Sensation ===
Touch capability:
* Feel virtual surfaces
* Texture differentiation
* Pressure perception
* Material simulation

=== Haptic Displays ===
Finger feedback:
* Per-finger sensation
* Localized feedback
* Precise tactile info
* Natural touch feeling

== Force Feedback ==

=== Exoskeleton System ===
Physical resistance:
* Motorized mechanism
* Finger movement resistance
* Object interaction
* Physical boundaries

=== Force Specifications ===
Performance:
* '''Force''': 9 Newtons maximum
* '''Torque''': 2.8-3.3 kg*cm
* Per-finger actuation
* Realistic resistance

=== Object Interaction ===
Virtual touch:
* Wall/surface resistance
* Object grasping
* Weight simulation
* Physical feedback

=== Physical Boundaries ===
Movement limitation:
* Stops hand at virtual surfaces
* Object collision
* Realistic interaction
* Immersive touch

== Motion Capture ==

=== Driftless Tracking ===
Encoder-based system:
* Resistive bending sensors
* No drift over time
* Accurate over sessions
* Professional reliability

=== Finger Tracking ===
Detailed capture:
* Individual finger tracking
* Bend detection
* Position accuracy
* Fine motor capture

=== IMU Integration ===
Orientation sensing:
* Palm orientation
* Wrist tracking
* 6DoF hand motion
* Complete coverage

=== Teslasuit Sync ===
Full body integration:
* Syncs with body suit
* Complete avatar
* Unified tracking
* Professional mocap

== Biometric Monitoring ==

=== Integrated Sensors ===
Health monitoring:
* Heart rate tracking
* Stress level detection
* Emotional state sensing
* Real-time data

=== Training Applications ===
Biometric use cases:
* Performance assessment
* Stress response training
* Physiological feedback
* Training optimization

=== Data Collection ===
Analytics capability:
* Real-time monitoring
* Session recording
* Analysis tools
* Performance metrics

== Connectivity ==

=== Wireless Operation ===
Untethered use:
* Wi-Fi connection
* Cable-free operation
* Freedom of movement
* Professional wireless

=== Teslasuit Connection ===
Ecosystem integration:
* Pairs with body suit
* Unified system
* Data synchronization
* Complete solution

=== VR Integration ===
Headset compatibility:
* HTC Vive Tracker compatible
* SteamVR ecosystem
* Room-scale tracking
* Professional VR

=== PC Connection ===
Standalone use:
* Direct PC connection
* SDK integration
* Application development
* Without body suit

== Physical Design ==

=== Exoskeleton Form ===
Construction:
* Lightweight exoskeleton
* Hand coverage
* Finger articulation
* Comfortable fit

=== Materials ===
Build quality:
* Professional materials
* Durable construction
* Flexible components
* Extended use

=== Ergonomics ===
Comfort:
* Natural hand position
* Movement freedom
* Extended sessions
* Training suitable

== Software Platform ==

=== Teslasuit SDK ===
Development tools:
* API access
* Application development
* Unity integration
* Unreal support

=== Haptic Content ===
Feedback design:
* Haptic patterns
* Texture libraries
* Force profiles
* Custom creation

=== Biometric API ===
Data access:
* Real-time vitals
* Stress metrics
* Analysis tools
* Training integration

== Enterprise Applications ==

=== Mining ===
Resource extraction:
* Equipment operation training
* Safety procedures
* Hazard response
* Skill development

=== Oil and Gas ===
Energy sector:
* Rig operations
* Emergency procedures
* Equipment handling
* Safety training

=== Manufacturing ===
Industrial training:
* Hazardous material handling
* Assembly procedures
* Safety protocols
* Quality control

=== Military ===
Defense applications:
* Combat training
* Equipment operation
* Medical procedures
* Situational training

=== Healthcare ===
Medical training:
* Surgical simulation
* Procedure training
* Rehabilitation
* Motor skill development

== Comparison with Other Haptic Gloves ==

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Feature !! Teslasuit Glove !! HaptX Gloves !! Manus VR Gloves
|-
| Haptic Type || Electrostimulation + Force || Pneumatic + Force || Vibration
|-
| Force Feedback || Yes (9N) || Yes || No
|-
| Texture Feeling || Yes (90+ channels) || Yes || No
|-
| Motion Capture || Yes (driftless) || Yes || Yes
|-
| Biometrics || Yes || No || No
|-
| Wireless || Yes (Wi-Fi) || Tethered || Wireless
|-
| Full Body Sync || Yes (Teslasuit) || No || Optional
|}

== Strengths and Limitations ==

=== Strengths ===
* Electrostimulation haptics (90+ channels, more than body suit)
* Force feedback exoskeleton (9N, 2.8-3.3 kg*cm)
* Driftless motion capture
* Integrated biometric monitoring
* Wireless Wi-Fi connectivity
* Teslasuit full-body sync
* Professional-grade quality

=== Limitations ===
* Enterprise pricing (not disclosed)
* Not consumer available
* Requires professional deployment
* Complex integration
* Limited availability
* Professional training required
* Ecosystem dependency

== Technical Specifications Summary ==

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Specification !! Details
|-
| Haptic Type || Electrostimulation (3×3/finger) + Force feedback
|-
| Haptic Channels || 90+ (fingers) plus palm/wrist
|-
| Force Feedback || 9N maximum, 2.8-3.3 kg*cm torque
|-
| Motion Capture || Driftless (encoder + resistive sensors + IMU)
|-
| Biometrics || Heart rate, stress, emotional state
|-
| Connectivity || Wi-Fi wireless
|-
| Tracking Integration || HTC Vive Tracker compatible
|-
| Body Sync || Teslasuit compatible
|-
| Target || Enterprise/professional
|}

== See Also ==
* [[Teslasuit]]
* [[Haptic Gloves]]
* [[Force Feedback]]
* [[Motion Capture]]
* [[VR Controllers]]
* [[HaptX Gloves]]
* [[Manus VR]]

== References ==
{{Reflist}}

[[Category:Devices]]
[[Category:VR Controllers]]
[[Category:Haptic Devices]]
[[Category:Force Feedback]]
[[Category:Motion Capture]]
[[Category:Teslasuit]]
[[Category:Enterprise VR]]
[[Category:2020s VR]]

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