Being Bionic
Being Bionic

Author: Bronwen Calvert

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2017-01-30

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 1786731029

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The contradictions and complexities of the cyborg therefore hold particular appeal to programme makers of dramatic TV narratives. Bronwen Calvert examines the uses and representations of the cyborg in this ground-breaking text, by looking at its frequent appearance in a wide variety of popular and cult shows: from the iconic Daleks of Doctor Who and bionic female empowerment in Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles, to the duality of humanoid and distinctly robotic cyborgs in Battlestar Galactica. In doing so, she reveals how television's defining traits shape our experience of cyborgs and help us as viewers to question contemporary issues such as surveillance and terrorism, as well as the function of simulation and ultimately what it means to be human.

The Bionic Book
The Bionic Book

Author: Herbie Pilato

Publisher: Bearmanor Media

Published: 2007-08-01

Total Pages: 380

ISBN-13: 9781593930837

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This companion to both series explores the shows' histories and influences. Includes interviews with cast members, creators and crew as well as complete episode guide.

Bionic
Bionic

Author: Suzanne Weyn

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.

Published: 2016-10-25

Total Pages: 203

ISBN-13: 0545906784

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From the author of The Bar Code Tattoo comes an exciting look at the not too distant future. Mira has always almost had it all... until it all crashes and burns. She's hurt in a horrible car accident, and the only way the doctors can help is to try experimental prosthetics and chips that are implanted directly into her brain. It's a huge risk, but after months of testing and therapy, Mira is back, and better than ever.But soon her friends turn against her as their parents call her on unfair advantages and get her cut from lacrosse and the scholarships she was depending on for college. And with her enhanced hearing, she knows how many people in her school and her town are calling her a robot, a cyborg.Is that true? Is Mira human, or is she somehow something other? How can she overcome the ways people see her and just be herself... especially if she's not really sure who that is anymore?Suzanne Weyn is always at the cutting edge when it comes to new tech and the questions it raises about the world we live in.

The Bionic Woman and Feminist Ethics
The Bionic Woman and Feminist Ethics

Author: David Greven

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2020-04-27

Total Pages: 189

ISBN-13: 1476674078

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The ABC TV series The Bionic Woman, created by Kenneth Johnson, was a 1970s pop culture phenomenon. Starring Lindsay Wagner as Jaime Sommers, the groundbreaking series follows Jaime's evolution from a young woman vulnerable to an exploitative social order, to a fierce individualist defying a government that sees her as property. Beneath the action-packed surface of Jaime's battles with Fembots, themes such as the chosen family, technophobia, class passing, the cyborg, artificial beings, and a growing racial consciousness receive a sophisticated treatment. This book links the series to precedents such as classical mythology, first-wave feminist literature, and the Hollywood woman's film, to place The Bionic Woman in a tradition of feminist ethics deeply concerned with female autonomy, community, and the rights of nonhuman animals. Seen through the lens of feminist philosophy and gender studies, Jaime's constantly changing disguises, attempts to pass as human, and struggles to accept her new bionic abilities offer provocative engagement with issues of identity. Jaime Sommers is a feminist icon who continues to speak to women and queer audiences, and her struggles and triumphs resonate with a worldwide fanbase that still remains enthralled and represented by The Bionic Woman.

Being Bionic
Being Bionic

Author: Bronwen Calvert

Publisher:

Published:

Total Pages: 243

ISBN-13: 9781350985483

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The cyborg - an organic body augmented with technology - is an enduring figure that can be found across science fiction stories, novels, films, and, more recently, television. What can its marked presence in cult TV shows tell us about the rapidly changing world we live in, and indeed about the human condition? This book explored how the image of the cyborg attracts our fears and fascinations. These bionic creations encourage us, as viewers, to think about our interactions with technology in an age of immediacy and surveillance, reassess our own corporeal experiences, and re-imagine gender binaries and racial differences. Chapters draw together cyborg theory and criticism from science fiction and television studies to analyse a variety a popular series. From Doctor Who to Stor Trek: Voyager, and Battlestar Galactica to Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles, the cyborg appears as action hero, villain, or as a reflection of ourselves. Whether manifested in the Daleks, the Cylons, or the Borg, these figures are ideal sites to explore concepts such as replication, uniformly, performance, embodiment and virtuality, and the serial narratives of cult TV offer the ideal format to analyse changing cyborg representations over time. This book uses the televisual medium as a tool to understand a range of cybernetic characters, forming a notable event in a growing field that will delight scholars and fans of futuristic television alike. Book jacket.

The Bionic Human
The Bionic Human

Author: Frank E Johnson

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2007-11-09

Total Pages: 706

ISBN-13: 1592599753

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An integrated survey of best practices for the management of patients with implanted prosthetic devices and an insightful examination of the epidemiological, societal, and policy issues associated with their use. The devices covered range from breast, penile, vascular, and joint prostheses to cochlear, ossicular, and dental implants, and include cerebrospinal fluid shunts, cardiac valves, stents, and pacemakers. For each device, the authors consider its pros and cons, detail the best current strategies to keep implanted patients healthy, and evaluate the latest and most promising new diagnostic tests, Clinical counterpoints from distinguished authorities at major centers in the United States and Europe are offered throughout. Follow-up recommendations are summarized in a standardized format that allows comparative analysis and lays the foundation for controlled clinical trials and the eventual establishment of evidence-based guidelines.

Bionic ETeamwork
Bionic ETeamwork

Author: Jaclyn Kostner

Publisher: Dearborn Trade Publishing

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 236

ISBN-13: 9780793148349

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The age of co-located teams is past, our teammates aren't down the hall they're across the globe. This book takes readers step-by-step through the process of creating teams that use the technology effectively to promote collaboration.

Bionic Beasts
Bionic Beasts

Author: Jolene Gutiérrez

Publisher: Millbrook Press

Published: 2021-01-01

Total Pages: 48

ISBN-13: 1728422884

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Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting to engage reluctant readers! What happens when a young elephant steps on a buried land mine? What happens when a sea turtle’s flipper is injured by a predator? Thanks to recent advances in technology, we have new ways to design and build prosthetic body parts that can help these animals thrive. Meet an Asian elephant named Mosha, a Kemp’s ridley sea turtle named Lola, a German Shepherd named Cassidy, a greylag goose named Vitória, and Pirate, a Berkshire-Tamworth pig. Each of these animals was struggling, but through a variety of techniques and technologies, humans created devices that enabled the animals to live and move more comfortably. Discover the stories of how veterinarians, doctors, and even students from around the world used 3D printing and other techniques to build bionic body parts for these amazing animals.

Bionic Limb Reconstruction
Bionic Limb Reconstruction

Author: Oskar C. Aszmann

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2021-01-04

Total Pages: 223

ISBN-13: 3030607461

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This book presents the latest techniques in amputation rehabilitation and summarizes the most recent research findings in the field of bionic limb reconstruction. Divided into seven parts written by experts in the field, it provides valuable information on e.g. upper extremity injuries, psychological considerations, prosthetic engineering, and surgical and rehabilitation strategies. Illustrative figures and photos of real-life settings further assist understanding. This book is of interest not only for plastic surgeons, but also for hand surgeons, orthopedic and trauma surgeons as well as therapists, prosthetists and engineers.

Real Bionics For Kids
Real Bionics For Kids

Author: Z B Tucker

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2022-03-27

Total Pages: 46

ISBN-13:

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Ignite Your Child's Curiosity About Bionic and the Bionic Age With a Highly Informative Book That Cranks up the Fun and Learning! Give your child the gift of "Real Bionics for Kids: Fun and Engaging Bionic and Bionic Age Information for Kids Ages 7-16" by Z.B. Tucker and empower them to explore a world filled with robots - all while expanding their minds for thrill and adventure! In this captivating book, kids will: Go through the fascinating history of bionics, the technology, and how it is used. Find out how bionics work, the different types, and the way they transform human lives. Learn all about bionic field classifications and why they are becoming so important. Absorb interesting facts about the future of bionics and engage in a review of the different careers available to them. And so much more! "Real Bionics for Kids" is perfect for kids who want to learn more about the world of Bionics and the science that creates them! Who knows? You just might inspire them to become a part of this exciting and growing industry!