Ovr Stylus: Designing Pen-Based 3d Input Devices For Virtual Reality

We present the OVR Stylus, an open-source, tangible, haptic prop for 3D input in virtual environments. The design offers an alternative to commercial 3D pen input devices, and represents a second-generation hardware design based on six years of use with a previous prototype. With a touch pad, two input buttons, LRA-based vibrotactile haptic feedback, and Bluetooth communication, the 3D-printed prop's light-weight design (35g) enables creative and precise interaction. Through a discussion of design considerations and motivations, components, manufacturing processes, software, and lessons learned we enable others to create their own OVR Stylus or develop similar designs.