Fiber Optics to Link the Human Brain and Robotic Limbs

Science is finally catching up to science fiction!  Researchers at  South Methodist University are beginning to develop a “develop a two-way fiber optic communication between prosthetic limbs and peripheral nerves.”  The goal is to interface a prosthetic limb with the human nervous system so the limb would not only move more realistically, but also “feel” heat and pressure.  It’s just amazing what science can do! 

Check out the full article at oandp.com!

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