EverWhite
DURATION
2022.04 ~ 2023.01
10month
KEY WORDS
Physics Interaction
Simulation
RESEARCH
Thermal haptic
Contribution
Team Leader
Engineering
Design Research
CO-WORKER
Jiyoon Lee
Sungmo Lee
Nahyun Lee
Everwhite is an innovative multi-user XR sports platform that utilizes custom-developed thermal and haptic devices to simulate team-based snowball fighting. While existing home training solutions like Zwift and Nintendo RingFit have achieved success, they often face limitations such as high installation costs, lack of haptic feedback, or solitary, unidirectional interaction patterns. Everwhite addresses these challenges by employing an IMU-based locomotion system that enables free movement and fosters social bonding through dynamic team gameplay. A core feature of the system is its proprietary thermal interface, which applies advanced thermal modeling and a multi-user heat exchange algorithm to deliver realistic temperature feedback. By integrating real-time social interaction with immersive physical feedback, Everwhite enhances both the gaming experience and exercise efficiency, presenting a new paradigm for the Home Training and Social XR sectors.
Artwork developed during graduate studies at POSTECH
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2022.04 ~ 2023.01
Reference
Hoseok Jung, Yoonseok Shin, Jihoon Shin, and Seungmoon Choi. 2023. Heat Transfer Calculation Model and Thermal Rendering Using a Wearable Device. In Proceedings of HCI Korea 2023. (Best Paper Award).
Movement


The user moves forward when walking in place is detected. The IMU device distinguishes between running, walking, and standing still.
Movement


Using the left hand, the user throws the snowball they are holding toward the opposing player.
Movement


Using the right hand, the user activates the headlight to locate opponents in the dark. To reduce the risk of being detected by others, the headlight remains off by default.

Content Strategy
Multiplayer VR Sports Experience in a Snowy Mountain Environment
Designed to maximize shared experiences by leveraging thermal and haptic sensations, fostering deeper interpersonal engagement among users.


Showa-Shinzan International Snowball Fight Tournament
In the Showa-Shinzan Snowball Fight Tournament, two teams compete on a standardized court equipped with predefined barriers, with matches officiated by referees.





