There is a growing research field that integrates sex and technology to find innovative ways to improve human health and well-being. Jennifer Chowdhury, a masters student at NYU created a set of sensors embedded in underwear called Intimate Controllers.
Using Intimate Controllers, she is able to illustrate how her and a partner can direct the action of a video game without the use of hand controllers.
To present her research, Chowdhury had to show pictures of herself in underwear, although she wore a shirt underneath and did wear clothing in her presentation...
PhD Student Delivers Thesis in Her Underwear; Combines Video Games and Sex
PhD Student Delivers Thesis In Her Underwear; Combines Video Games And Sex
Trend Themes
1. Sex-tech Integration - Researching innovative ways to improve human health and well-being through the integration of technology and sex.
2. Intimate Wearable Devices - Developing sensors embedded in underwear or other clothing for the purpose of controlling technology through physical interaction.
3. Non-conventional Human-machine Interfaces - Designing alternative ways to interact with technology, such as using the body or physical movement instead of traditional hand controllers.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming - Developing and marketing video games that can be controlled through physical interaction with intimate wearable devices.
2. Health and Wellness - Incorporating intimate wearable devices into health and wellness programs to promote physical activity or monitor sexual health.
3. Adult Entertainment - Using intimate wearable devices for enhancing experiences in the adult entertainment industry, such as virtual reality or cam shows.