Roberta L. Klatzky

Roberta L. Klatzky is a Professor affiliated with Carnegie Mellon University, contributing significantly to research at the intersection of haptics, robotics, and human perception. Her work focuses on developing and evaluating tactile and haptic technologies, with applications in wearable devices, assistive robotics, and human-computer interaction.

Her research interests include the design and perception of tactile feedback systems, sensorimotor control in robotics, and the integration of haptics into medical and assistive technologies. She collaborates extensively with engineers and neuroscientists to advance the field of haptic interfaces and their real-world applications.

Recent publications highlight her contributions to wearable haptic systems, such as the PixeLite array and magnetic soft actuators, as well as studies on human perception of texture and dynamic displays. Her work often bridges theoretical psychology and applied engineering, emphasizing practical usability in clinical and robotic contexts.

Klatzky’s research also explores cognitive assistance through wearable technologies, leveraging machine learning and data-driven approaches to optimize human-device interactions. Her interdisciplinary approach addresses challenges in tactile rendering, material simulation, and the design of intuitive user interfaces.