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five senses..

Posted by Plissken on 21 Dec 2008 at 19:55 GMT

I would first like to say that I enjoyed reading this. The finds are indeed interesting. I would like to ask a question regarding manipulation of sensory input and it's affect on the strength of the illusion of swapping.

How feasible do you conjecture artificial manipulation of the other senses is? I am very interested to know of any research currently underway or previously conducted and whether a full body experience, down to how the other person smells and how their garmets feel, is indeed possible and whether or not it could be implemented safely?

Thankyou for your time.

P.