FieldSweep: A 2D Tracking System with Embedded Magnets and a Smartphone
Journal
Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems - Proceedings
Date Issued
2021
Author(s)
Abstract
In this paper, we propose FieldSweep, a tracking method on a plane using only permanent magnets and a smartphone. This method estimates the position of a magnetic sensor on a plane using the magnetic fields of permanent magnets placed at an appropriate pattern. The magnetic sensor is a built-in one in a smartphone. Since the planar side consists of only magnets and a plate for fixing the magnet, no power supply or electronic components are required for the system. In this paper, we report the necessary conditions for tracking, present the implemented prototype, and discuss possible future developments and applications. ? 2021 ACM.
Subjects
Interaction
Magnetic-field Sensing
Smartphone
Human engineering
Magnetic sensors
Magnetism
Permanent magnets
Software prototyping
Tracking (position)
2D tracking
A-plane
Electronic component
Possible futures
Power supply
Tracking method
Smartphones
SDGs
Type
conference paper