human-machine interface

‘Breathable’ stretchable electronics for wearables

Researchers have created ultrathin, stretchable electronic material that is gas permeable, allowing the material to “breathe”.

An ultra-thin wearable device

Researchers reported the discovery of a multifunctional ultra-thin wearable electronic device that is imperceptible to the wearer.

Smart textiles boost connectivity between wearable sensors

Researchers have invented a completely new way for wearable devices to interconnect which enable easier health monitoring, medical interventions and human–machine interfaces.

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Seeing through a robot’s eyes helps those with motor impairments

An interface system that uses augmented reality technology could help individuals with profound motor impairments operate a humanoid robot to feed themselves.

New prosthetic limbs are self-learning bionic hands

Scientists have used machine learning to improve the performance of prosthetic hands. The researchers said the findings, could spark a "new generation of prosthetic limbs.

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“Get to the cloud. Run to the cloud!”

Eric Schmidt has strong opinions about the healthcare system, its providers and professionals. He critized that the healthcare ecosystem was still being stuck in the “stone age" and challenges it to "focus on innovation".