Physiological Measurement and Kansei Evaluation of Steering Feeling Affected by Steering Wheel Torque

Abstract

In this study, we tried to reveal the effect of steering wheel torque on steering feeling using physiological measurement and Kansei evaluation. Electroencephalogram (EEG) and electrocardiogram (ECG) were measured during driving with three types of steering wheel torque. In addition, steering feelings were evaluated after driving. We analyzed physiological indices and Kansei evaluation values. As a result, a correlation was found between the physiological indices and some emotions in the participants who had a negative impression on the steering wheel torque of hydraulic power steering. Therefore, we could find out the possibility of estimating some emotions from EEG and ECG indices.