A paralyzed man successfully controlled a drone using a groundbreaking brain implant that connects his brain's signals to the device. The study published in Nature Medicine describes how the left precentral gyrus, responsible for finger movement control, was used. By thinking about moving his fingers, the patient manipulated the drone through an obstacle course with impressive precision. The researchers emphasize the value of surgical implants over noninvasive devices, utilizing AI to interpret brain signals and translate them into movements. This technology could redefine recreational possibilities for disabled individuals, enhancing their engagement with virtual environments.
Key to the BCI's success, the researchers argue, was the fact that it was a brain implant, and not a noninvasive alternative like a brain cap. The researchers believe that placing electrodes as close as possible to neurons is essential to achieve highly functional motor control.
This is a greater degree of functionality than anything previously based on finger movements,
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