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AN INVESTIGATION OF THE EFFECTS OF HAND-TRACKING INTERACTIONS ON USER EXPERIENCE IN VIRTUAL REALITY APPLICATIONS: THE CASE OF HAND PHYSICS LAB

SANAL GERÇEKLİK UYGULAMALARINDA EL TAKİP ETKİLEŞİMLERİNİN KULLANICI DENEYİMİ ÜZERİNDEKİ ETKİLERİNİN İNCELENMESİ: HAND PYSHICS LAB ÖRNEĞİ

Fırat Torun(YILDIZ TEKNİK ÜNİVERSİTESİ, SANAT VE TASARIM FAKÜLTESİ)0009-0006-6239-9776
Ertan Toy(YILDIZ TEKNİK ÜNİVERSİTESİ)0000-0002-7959-7967
Pages
68–98
Publication Date
2026-01-16
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In conclusion, it is emphasized that although Hand Physics Lab demonstrates the potential of hand tracking technology to improve VR experiences, this potential must be supported by user-friendly interaction design and adherence to Nielsen's usability principles.

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Objective & Hypothesis:Virtual Reality (VR) technology is reshaping the way users interact with digital environments, and in recent years, the integration of hand tracking technology has made VR experiences more interactive and natural.
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Key Findings & Data:In this study, the interaction mechanisms offered by Hand Physics Lab were analyzed; the advantages of accurately reflecting users' physical movements in the digital environment, as well as the technical limitations observed in the application, were thoroughly examined.
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Conclusion & Impact:In conclusion, it is emphasized that although Hand Physics Lab demonstrates the potential of hand tracking technology to improve VR experiences, this potential must be supported by user-friendly interaction design and adherence to Nielsen's usability principles.
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⚙️Variables:Sanal Gerçeklik · Kullanılabilirlik · Ergonomi

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Virtual Reality (VR) technology is reshaping the way users interact with digital environments, and in recent years, the integration of hand tracking technology has made VR experiences more interactive and natural. Hand tracking enables users to directly use their hands in the digital realm, thereby rendering interactions in VR applications more intuitive. However, the challenges and design requirements associated with this technology have not yet been sufficiently explored. This study aims to examine the effects of hand tracking technology on user interaction in VR environments and the challenges encountered in interaction design through the Hand Physics Lab application. In this study, the interaction mechanisms offered by Hand Physics Lab were analyzed; the advantages of accurately reflecting users' physical movements in the digital environment, as well as the technical limitations observed in the application, were thoroughly examined. Using Hand Physics Lab as an example, the article discusses the design strategies and ergonomic factors that should be adopted to enhance user experience in VR applications. In conclusion, it is emphasized that although Hand Physics Lab demonstrates the potential of hand tracking technology to improve VR experiences, this potential must be supported by user-friendly interaction design and adherence to Nielsen's usability principles.

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Sanal Gerçeklik teknolojisi, kullanıcıların dijital ortamlarla etkileşim biçimlerini yeniden şekillendirirken, son yıllarda el takibi teknolojisinin entegrasyonu, sanal gerçeklik deneyimlerini daha etkileşimli ve doğal hale getirmiştir. El takibi teknolojisi, kullanıcıların ellerini dijital ortamda doğrudan kullanabilmesini sağlayarak, sanal gerçeklik uygulamalarında etkileşimi daha sezgisel bir hale getirmektedir. Ancak, bu teknolojiyle birlikte kullanıcı deneyiminde karşılaşılan zorluklar ve tasarım gereksinimleri hala yeterince araştırılmamıştır. Bu çalışma, Hand Physics Lab uygulaması üzerinden el takibi teknolojisinin sanal gerçeklik ortamındaki kullanıcı etkileşimine etkilerini ve etkileşim tasarımında karşılaşılan zorlukları incelemeyi amaçlamaktadır. Çalışmada, Hand Physics Lab'in sunduğu etkileşim mekanizmaları analiz edilmiş; kullanıcıların fiziksel hareketlerinin dijital ortamda doğru bir şekilde yansıtılması konusundaki avantajları ve uygulamada gözlemlenen teknik sınırlamalar derinlemesine ele alınmıştır. Makale, Hand Physics Lab örneği üzerinden, sanal gerçek uygulamalarında kullanıcı deneyimini artırmak için benimsenmesi gereken tasarım stratejilerini ve ergonomik faktörleri tartışmaktadır. Sonuç olarak, Hand Physics Lab uygulamasının, el takibi teknolojisinin sanal gerçeklik deneyimlerini iyileştirme potansiyelini ortaya koyduğu, ancak bu potansiyelin kullanıcı dostu etkileşim tasarımı ve Nielsen'ın kullanılabilirlik ilkeleriyle desteklenmesi gerektiği vurgulanmaktadır.

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Torun, F., Toy, E. (2026). AN INVESTIGATION OF THE EFFECTS OF HAND-TRACKING INTERACTIONS ON USER EXPERIENCE IN VIRTUAL REALITY APPLICATIONS: THE CASE OF HAND PHYSICS LAB. Yeni Medya Elektronik Dergisi, Cilt: 10 Sayı: 1, 68–98. https://ajindex.com/articles/1577734

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