Methods for Neural Ensemble Recordings
Methods for Neural Ensemble Recordings

Author: Miguel A. L. Nicolelis

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2007-12-03

Total Pages: 308

ISBN-13: 142000641X

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Extensively updated and expanded, this second edition of a bestseller distills the current state-of-the-science and provides the nuts and bolts foundation of the methods involved in this rapidly growing science. With contributions from pioneering researchers, it includes microwire array design for chronic neural recordings, new surgical techniques for chronic implantation, microelectrode microstimulation of brain tissue, multielectrode recordings in the somatosensory system and during learning, as well as recordings from the central gustatory-reward pathways. It explores the use of Brain-Machine Interface to restore neurological function and proposes conceptual and technical approaches to human neural ensemble recordings in the future.

Beyond Silicon: Advancements and Trends in Modern Computer Technology
Beyond Silicon: Advancements and Trends in Modern Computer Technology

Author: Dr. R. Sarankumar

Publisher: Inkbound Publishers

Published: 2023-02-07

Total Pages: 247

ISBN-13: 8196822359

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Discover the latest trends and advancements in computer technology beyond traditional silicon-based systems. This book highlights innovations in hardware and computing paradigms, providing a glimpse into the future of technology and its potential to reshape industries.

Advanced Rehabilitative Technology
Advanced Rehabilitative Technology

Author: Qingsong Ai

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 2018-08-17

Total Pages: 278

ISBN-13: 0128145986

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Advanced Rehabilitative Technology: Neural Interfaces and Devices teaches readers how to acquire and process bio-signals using biosensors and acquisition devices, how to identify the human movement intention and decode the brain signal, how to design physiological and musculoskeletal models and establish the neural interfaces, and how to develop neural devices and control them efficiently using biological signals. The book takes a multidisciplinary theme between the engineering and medical field, including sections on neuromuscular/brain signal processing, human motion and intention recognition, biomechanics modelling and interfaces, and neural devices and control for rehabilitation. Each chapter goes through a detailed description of the bio-mechatronic systems used and then presents implementation and testing tactics. In addition, it details new neural interfaces and devices, some of which have never been published before in any journals or conferences. With this book, readers will quickly get up-to-speed on the most recent and future advancements in bio-mechatronics engineering for applications in rehabilitation. - Presents insights into emerging technologies and developments that are currently used or on the horizon in biological systems and mechatronics for rehabilitative purposes - Gives a comprehensive background of biological interfaces and details of new advances in the field - Addresses the challenges of rehabilitative applications in areas of bio-signal processing, bio-modelling, neural and muscular interface, and neural devices. - Provides substantial background materials and relevant case studies for each subject

Carbon for Sensing Devices
Carbon for Sensing Devices

Author: Danilo Demarchi

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2014-10-07

Total Pages: 270

ISBN-13: 3319086480

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This book reveals why carbon is playing such an increasingly prominent role as a sensing material. The various steps that transform a raw material in a sensing device are thoroughly presented and critically discussed. The authors deal with all aspects of carbon-based sensors, starting from the various hybridization and allotropes of carbon, with specific focus on micro and nano sized carbons (e.g., carbon nanotubes, graphene) and their growth processes. The discussion then moves to the role of functionalization and the different routes to achieve it. Finally, a number of sensing applications in various fields are presented, highlighting the connection with the basic properties of the various carbon allotropes. Readers will benefit from this book’s bottom-up approach, which starts from the local bonding in carbon solids and ends with sensing applications, linking the local hybridization of carbon atoms and its modification by functionalization to specific device performance. This book is a must-have in the library of any scientist involved in carbon based sensing application.

Self Aware AI Robot
Self Aware AI Robot

Author: Maria Johnsen

Publisher: Maria Johnsen

Published: 2024-07-18

Total Pages: 526

ISBN-13:

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What if machines could think, feel, and become self-aware? This book takes you on an enthralling journey through the intricate realms of consciousness, self-awareness, artificial intelligence (AI), and robotics. It begins by unraveling the mysteries of consciousness and its pivotal connection to self-awareness, from philosophical musings to neurological insights and evolutionary theories. Discover how these concepts shape mental health and pave the way for the emergence of artificial consciousness. Dive into the world of AI with a historical perspective on its development and core principles, setting the stage for the fascinating field of robotics and automation. Explore the ethical dilemmas and societal impacts of AI, and the frameworks essential for responsible innovation. Neuroscientific breakthroughs reveal the neural correlates of self-awareness and the intricate role of cognitive architectures in AI models, seamlessly bridging theory with real-world applications in machine learning. Key technologies like natural language processing, computer vision, and advanced sensors are examined, showcasing their vital roles in enhancing robotic perception and interaction. The fusion of AI and robotics, powered by cutting-edge software frameworks and data-driven methodologies, highlights the incredible advancements and challenges in creating autonomous systems. As you reach the book’s conclusion, envision the future trends and ethical guidelines that will shape the development of self-aware AI and robotics. Imagine the prospects of building truly self-conscious AI systems, and gain a holistic perspective on the ever-evolving intersection of human cognition and technological innovation. This book not only answers questions but sparks new ones, offering a compelling look into the future of intelligence and automation.

Robotics in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - E-Book
Robotics in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - E-Book

Author: Douglas P. Murphy

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2023-09-27

Total Pages: 221

ISBN-13: 0323879268

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Robotics and VR systems are uniquely suited to provide functional assistance with mobility and activities of daily living, especially for patients with motor and sensory disorders of the central nervous system, stroke, traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, and cerebral palsy. Compiling both current knowledge and key challenges of robotic rehabilitation in one convenient text, Robotics in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is a comprehensive, easy-to-follow resource on robotic and VR systems in all areas of medical rehabilitation. - Covers the impact of robotics and artificial intelligence on all aspects of health care delivery. - Focuses on the key technologies in developing robotics for a wide range of medical rehabilitation activities, including neuroprosthesis applications of robotic exoskeletons and brain-controlled assistive robotics and prosthetics. - Addresses artificial intelligence, medical robotics in acute care medicine, and robots on the battlefield and in space travel. - Contains chapters on the economics of the robotic industry and the future of robots in medicine. - Ideal for physiatrists and PM&R residents and fellows; clinicians in orthopaedics, sports medicine, spinal cord injury, and occupational therapy; and specialists working with orthotics and prosthetics.

The Digital Revolution
The Digital Revolution

Author: Bob Merritt

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2022-06-01

Total Pages: 99

ISBN-13: 3031020294

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As technologists, we are constantly exploring and pushing the limits of our own disciplines, and we accept the notion that the efficiencies of new technologies are advancing at a very rapid rate. However, we rarely have time to contemplate the broader impact of these technologies as they impact and amplify adjacent technology disciplines. This book therefore focuses on the potential impact of those technologies, but it is not intended as a technical manuscript. In this book, we consider our progress and current position %toward on arbitrary popular concepts of future scenarios rather than the typical measurements of cycles per second or milliwatts. We compare our current human cultural situation to other past historic events as we anticipate the future social impact of rapidly accelerating technologies. We also rely on measurements based on specific events highlighting the breadth of the impact of accelerating semiconductor technologies rather than the specific rate of advance of any particular semiconductor technology. These measurements certainly lack the mathematic precision and repeatability to which technologists are accustomed, but the material that we are dealing with—the social objectives and future political structures of humanity—does not permit a high degree of mathematic accuracy. Our conclusion draws from the concept of Singularity. It seems certain that at the rate at which our technologies are advancing, we will exceed the ability of our post‒Industrial Revolution structures to absorb these new challenges, and we cannot accurately anticipate what those future social structures will resemble.

Brain-Computer Interfaces
Brain-Computer Interfaces

Author: Desney S. Tan

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2010-06-10

Total Pages: 286

ISBN-13: 1849962723

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For generations, humans have fantasized about the ability to create devices that can see into a person’s mind and thoughts, or to communicate and interact with machines through thought alone. Such ideas have long captured the imagination of humankind in the form of ancient myths and modern science fiction stories. Recent advances in cognitive neuroscience and brain imaging technologies have started to turn these myths into a reality, and are providing us with the ability to interface directly with the human brain. This ability is made possible through the use of sensors that monitor physical processes within the brain which correspond with certain forms of thought. Brain-Computer Interfaces: Applying our Minds to Human-Computer Interaction broadly surveys research in the Brain-Computer Interface domain. More specifically, each chapter articulates some of the challenges and opportunities for using brain sensing in Human-Computer Interaction work, as well as applying Human-Computer Interaction solutions to brain sensing work. For researchers with little or no expertise in neuroscience or brain sensing, the book provides background information to equip them to not only appreciate the state-of-the-art, but also ideally to engage in novel research. For expert Brain-Computer Interface researchers, the book introduces ideas that can help in the quest to interpret intentional brain control and develop the ultimate input device. It challenges researchers to further explore passive brain sensing to evaluate interfaces and feed into adaptive computing systems. Most importantly, the book will connect multiple communities allowing research to leverage their work and expertise and blaze into the future.