Extra Robotic Limbs & Entrepreneurship

This lecture explores the field of robotic body enhancement with extra limbs, focusing on concepts like motor task null space, sensory complementary space, and the embodiment of extra limbs. It delves into the challenges and fundamentals of neuroengineering, including the development of robotic extra fingers for restoration and augmentation. The presentation covers topics such as the Soft Sixth Finger, the Robotic Sixth Finger, and Vibrotactile Haptic Feedback for intuitive control. It also discusses the results of Frenchay Arm tests for patients using these robotic enhancements, showcasing the potential benefits for chronic stroke patients. The lecture concludes with insights into the Neural Resource Allocation Problem and the technological advancements in wearable robotics systems for human augmentation.