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Old 02-22-2011, 08:43 AM   #872
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"Thought-controlled wheelchairs and nerve-controlled prosthetic arms are some of the latest innovations in bionics being discussed at a science conference in Washington."

"The main focus of bionics to date has been on providing prosthetics for amputees. Prosthetic arms can now be controlled by nerve signals in the remaining arm, which can be picked up by electric sensors on the skin. Those with arms amputated above the elbow, where important nerves have been severed, can also potentially control such devices, thanks to what is called "Targeted Muscle Reinnervation" surgery (TMR)."


http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-12490048


The next step in the 3D printing revolution may be body parts including cartilage, bone and even skin.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-12507034

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