InterBee2025
We demonstrated FlexEar-Tips at InterBee2025. By having corporate representatives experience the product, we gained new perspectives, making it a highly productive three days.
Author: Takashi Amesaka
Selected for the university’s research support
The theme “Gesture Intent Estimation Using Earbud-Type EEG Devices” has been selected for the MRL: Multidisciplinary Research Laboratory System, an internal research support system! We aim to unlock the potential of EEG as a foundational technology for next-generation interactions that… MoreSelected for the university’s research support
Poster presentation at UIST2025
Students will present a poster at ACM UIST2025 on the joint research project with Keio University titled “HearTMD: Detection of Temporomandibular Disorder Using Hearables,” which utilizes hearable devices for diagnosing temporomandibular disorders.
Selected for the Content Technology Innovation Program!
Our project “Flex-Ear Tips”, which explores deformation and control of ear tips, has been officially selected for the Content Technology Innovation Program (CTIP)—a program that supports the social implementation of technologies related to content! Please take a look at our… MoreSelected for the Content Technology Innovation Program!
Accepted by ACM MobileHCI2025
Research on ScanRing: Hybrid Authentication System in a Ring Device Using a Distance Sensor and an IMU Sensor, has been accepted for ACM MobileHCI2025, an international conference on human-computer interaction! Click here for project details.
ScanRing: Hybrid Authentication System in a Ring Device Using a Distance Sensor and an IMU Sensor
Smart rings are used for contactless payment, smart lock operation, and health monitoring. For applications such as electronic payment and unlocking smart locks, the implementation of a user authentication system in smart rings is essential; however, some challenges remain. Fingerprint… MoreScanRing: Hybrid Authentication System in a Ring Device Using a Distance Sensor and an IMU Sensor
Accepted by ACM CHI 2025!
Research on “FlexEar-Tips,” a hearables with dynamically shape-changing ear tips, has been accepted for ACM CHI2025, an international conference on human-computer interaction! This is my first CHI presentation. I am happy. Click here for project details.
FlexEar-Tips: Shape-Adjustable Ear Tips Using Pressure Control
We introduce FlexEar-Tips, a dynamic ear tip system designed for the next-generation hearables. The ear tips are controlled by an air pump and solenoid valves, enabling size adjustments for comfort and functionality. FlexEar-Tips includes an air pressure sensor to monitor… MoreFlexEar-Tips: Shape-Adjustable Ear Tips Using Pressure Control
I work at Osaka University.
I have just started working as an assistant professor at the Graduate School of Engineering Science, Osaka University (XRGroup). I will work hard on research and student guidance, learning from Professors Iwai and Nakamura.
Accepted for IEEE TMC！！
The latest enhanced version of the personal authentication project (project name: EarLock) using sound leakage signals will be published by IEEE TMC!!! Please take a look! ↓early access version↓ https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10879366