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Kiss Transmission Device: Gadget for Long Distance Lovers?

May 2, 2011 by Noemi

Kiss Transmission Device
Has your long distance relationship been taking its toll on you? Being far apart for extended periods of time is not for every couple, but sometimes, things can’t be helped. If others have succeeded at long distance relationships, why can’t you?

Then again, if technology can help you with your issues, you might as well take advantage of it, right? (Maybe not.)

Enter the Kiss Transmission Device, a gadget that has been developed by The Kajimoto Laboratory at the University of Electro-Communications in Japan. And yes, the device does what it says on the tin – it transmits kisses so that partners who are physically far from each other can, let’s say, enjoy more than each other’s company.

But how can you transmit a kiss for real?

Two words: “tactile communications”.

Basically, what the researchers are trying to do is to get the device to give the user a real feeling that he or she is kissing with his or her partner. Okay, I can’t do this – it’s just too weird – so let’s get the explanation straight from the horse’s mouth.

This device is for communications within the mouth, in other words, the goal is to obtain the feeling of kissing.If you take one device in your mouth and turn it with your tongue, the other device turns in the same way. If you turn it back the other way, then your partner’s turns back the same way, so your partner’s device turns whichever way your own device turns.

It is achieved only by motor rotations, and you control the rotation positions via PC. It is called a bilateral control, and the turn angle information is sent reciprocally by both devices to maintain the same position. Right now the values are handled by one PC, but if a system is put together to handle the values over a network, then it would be easy for this operation to be conducted remotely.

The researchers also mention “elements of a kiss”: sense of taste, manner of breathing, and moistness of the tongue. Man, oh, man.

The entire thing system is not yet complete, but we definitely see where this is going. Now I don’t know about you, but while I know that there might be a market for this gadget (albeit a doubtful one), I am too weirded out by the idea. Just because I don’t want to be alone in this, why don’t you watch the video below? 😉

If you still think this will help you, please, get some professional help.

Filed Under: Gadgets Tagged With: Japan electronics, Weird gadgets

Go Gadget Crazy At Akihabara

November 23, 2010 by Gadzooki

20070815_infoakihabara_01There is nothing like entering a shopping mall solely dedicated to electronics and electrical appliances. Even the smell of the air is different, and you can’t help but feel giddy with all the possibilities in front of you. If this is your idea of heaven, then the best place to go is Akihabara in Tokyo.

Also known as “Electric Town,” this area of Tokyo is crammed to the seams with hundreds of shops selling electronic gadgets and electrical appliances. Akihabara has made a reputation for itself, both locally and internationally. Indeed, it is one of the most frequented destinations in Tokyo.

More than gadgets, however, Akihabara is also known for being the center of manga as well as cosplay – two art forms that have taken the world by storm. Strolling around the area, you can spot lots of maid cafes, wherein the staff are dressed in maid costumes. They are there to serve the customers in a manner such as how servants would treat their masters. If it is anime and manga that you are impassioned about, then the Tokyo Anime Center is your destination of choice.

If you are worried about Japanese products not being compatible with international standards, you should know that there are also numerous duty free shops in the area. These duty free shops offer overseas specs gadgets and appliances. The staff in these stores is usually multilingual, and are more than ready to assist international customers.

To know more about Akihabara and get an almost real experience, I suggest the free virtual tour being offered online at New Discovery of Akihabara.

Photo courtesy of Japanican

Filed Under: Cool Stuff, Gadgets Tagged With: Akihabara, anime, cosplay, Electric Town, electrical appliances, electronics, Gadgets, japan, Japan electronics, maid cafes, manga, Tokyo

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