In part two of this series Kyle Albert takes a look at advancements in human prostheses.
Prosthetics that simulate real arms and legs
Video courtesy of techfeed
There are new developments in the field of artificial limbs and prosthetics that are considered light-years ahead of their predecessor, the gas powered extremities. The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has developed synthetic arms that can be controlled by the human brain. Currently two projects are in the development stage. The first one is the Targeted Muscle Re-Innervation (TMR) that allows the user to control the limb by thoughts. The second is the Flat Interface Nerve Electrode (FINE) that gives the user the sense of touch. With further enhancements, there’s a possibility that these two interfaces may be combined as one to give back not just mobility, but a form of sensation to an amputee.
Check out part one of the series about a mind controlled helicopter and its applications for physically challenged individuals.
Guest Author Bio
Kyle Albert
Kyle Albert is always interested in tablets, the latest trends, start-up businesses, fashion and design. He is also a keen social media user. He loves to share and write about technology, how it can help people in their daily lives, aid in personal development and make things easier for kids, adults and people in every walk of life. Kyle recently joined Techie Doodlers (an up-and-coming tech blog) as a regular contributor as well. Be sure you check out his writing there as well.
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