Multisensory integration between thermal and tactile sensations

Ho Hsin-Ni

doi:10.14947/psychono.43.10

<p>Touch is a multisensory experience involving both thermal and mechanical inputs, which are essential for perceiving and interacting with the environment. Thermal and tactile sensations represent distinct modalities with fundamentally different spatial and temporal characteristics, yet they are integrated seamlessly to create a cohesive perceptual experience. This integration plays a critical role in object recognition and environmental awareness. This paper reviews the distinct properties of thermal and tactile sensations, exploring how these two modalities interact and integrate. Key findings related to their temporal and spatial integration are discussed, highlighting the brain’s ability to combine these inputs into a unified sensory experience. Understanding the mechanisms underlying this multisensory integration not only provides insights into human perception but also has potential implications for improving haptic technologies and enhancing virtual and remote interaction systems.</p>

Multisensory integration between thermal and tactile sensations

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