Building the future of wearable and sensory technologies

Nextiles Smart Sleeve
Microsoft Kinect
Bhaptcis Tactsuit X16





Xtension is a Unity-based XR experience that explores the use of wearble and sensory technologies to extend the player’s senses to control a virtual spaceship in a hostile environment.

  • Project Goal: Design, build, and deliver a location-based experience utilizing various wearable technology for a live audience at the Entertainment Technology Center’s 2024 Annual Fall Festival.
  • Role: Producer, Experience Designer
  • Time: 14 Weeks

My reflection on Xtension

Steering control through hand gesture recognition
Forward thrusters control through arm and elbow movement



Prototyping


Prototypes were developed internally to understand various existing input and output methods. This exercise established a shared understanding of compelling interactions with wearable technologies within the team, allowing us to develop more refined interactions and experiences. 






Playtesting


Playtesting was a critical component to our develoment and iteration process. 




Evolution of Space



Week 4
Week 7
Week 8
Week 9
Week 10
Week 11 
(Onboarding section on the left)
Week 12
Week 15, Final





Reflection on the project

Project Website