The vision behind MAGOS was sparked by a deceptively simple yet powerful question: What if we could feel the digital world like we do the physical one?
In 2017, Gregory Agriopoulos, a Greek engineer with a passion for immersive technology, began working on a glove that would replicate human touch in virtual environments. He developed a concept that initially aimed to translate sign language into speech—but quickly evolved into something much broader. Thus, MAGOS was born.
From Concept to Cutting-Edge Innovation
MAGOS participated in the ennovation competition, organized by ACE in 2018, and in 2019 it joined the Compass Cycle of the Center.
Over the years, the MAGOS team developed a revolutionary haptic glove—a lightweight, exoskeleton device with proprietary sensors that track 16 finger joints, offering 22 degrees of freedom. This advanced tracking system allows for high-precision movement and realistic haptic feedback, enabling users to touch, grasp, and interact with digital objects as if they were real.
While the initial use case was rooted in accessibility and communication, the glove’s capabilities soon found applications in industries such as healthcare, aerospace, robotics, and training simulations.
Key Achievements:
- European Recognition:
Selected and funded by the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme, supporting the advancement of MAGOS technology. - Innovation Awards:
Winner of the Tech-Innovation Award at the UK-Greek Business Awards 2024, recognizing MAGOS’ groundbreaking contribution to immersive interaction. - Global Collaborations:
Participated in major international projects such as DIGIFED, working to redefine human-machine interfaces and digital interaction standards. - Healthcare Applications:
Deployed in medical training and remote diagnostics, the glove allows healthcare professionals to simulate procedures, capture hand movement data, and support hand rehabilitation through realistic physical interaction.
Empowering the Future of Interaction
MAGOS aims to replace traditional input devices like keyboards, controllers, and joysticks with natural, intuitive interaction—bridging the physical and virtual worlds.
Whether in virtual reality, augmented reality, or mixed-reality environments, MAGOS offers an unmatched sense of touch, opening up possibilities for training, gaming, communication, and human connection that were once considered science fiction.
The journey of MAGOS reflects how deep-tech innovation, a clear vision, and international collaboration can redefine how humans experience and interact with the digital world.