The Fundamentals of Dynamic Touch

Abstract

Dynamic touch is a key research focus within ecological psychology. This paper outlines its theoretical foundations by discussing (1) the mechanical invariants involved in dynamic touch, and (2) the hypothesis that the body serves as a haptic medium, organized as a multifractal tensegrity structure, with the entire body functioning as a unified perceptual system for touch. The paper also reviews experimental studies grounded in these theoretical foundations. In addition, it discusses the methodologies employed in dynamic touch research. The paper concludes by presenting additional relevant studies on dynamic touch, identifying its challenges, and proposing directions for future research methodologies.