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Tag: Robots

The human brain can control a robotic arm

Posted March 14, 2020 by Anna Zhen

[A man grasps a metal prosthetic arm.]

Robotics are typically portrayed as complex mechanical systems that function according to a fixed code. Yet, that is quickly changing; certain robotic parts are now able to update their code in real time. By incorporating engineering and neuroscience research, scientists and physicians have found a way to make robotic pieces function “naturally” like any limb on the human body…

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