Robotic Prosthetic Advances

"Robotic Prosthetic Advances" explores the remarkable progress in artificial limbs, focusing on how enhanced sensory feedback through advanced sensor integration and refined motor control systems are revolutionizing the field. Imagine a prosthetic hand capable of sensing texture or temperature; this book highlights how such tactile feedback is becoming a reality, offering amputees a more complete sensory experience. The advancements discussed aim to restore not just physical function but also a greater sense of embodiment.

The book details the evolution of prosthetics, starting from basic mechanical devices to today's computer-controlled systems, emphasizing the critical juncture where improved sensing and refined motor control converge. Divided into sections on sensor innovations and motor control improvements, it examines topics like pattern recognition, machine learning for adaptive control, and myoelectric systems that more accurately interpret muscle signals. It emphasizes a user-centered approach, exploring how these devices impact lives.

Concluding with a look at remaining challenges, "Robotic Prosthetic Advances" addresses the need for more durable materials, sophisticated neural interfaces, and affordable access. By presenting the ethical and societal implications alongside the scientific breakthroughs, it offers a balanced perspective on the future of assistive technology and its potential to blur the lines between human and machine.

© 2025 Publifye (E-bog): 9788233971915

Oversættere: AI

Release date

E-bog: 18. februar 2025