We have simulation software packages to mimic a lot of physical and chemical phenomena, translating them into inputs for our sense-organs.
Why is it that smell isn't one of these yet? Could we have a smell based cinematic experience A softwware simulation of smell?
Sight is based on electromagnetic waves within the visible spectrum, sound is based on pressure waves within an appropriate frequency, touch - at least temperature is based on molecule vibration and again the infrared portion of the EM spectrum.
What are taste and smell? Direct chemical contact?
