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Bringing The Sensation Of Touch To A Robotic Limb

Bringing The Sensation Of Touch To A Robotic Limb

FromShort Wave


Bringing The Sensation Of Touch To A Robotic Limb

FromShort Wave

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Length:
13 minutes
Released:
Jun 4, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

There's big change that's happening in the field of artificial limbs: artificial limbs that both move — and feel. NPR correspondent Jon Hamilton explains why touch is so important for people who are trying to control a state-of-the art robotic arm or a prosthetic limb.
Released:
Jun 4, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

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New discoveries, everyday mysteries, and the science behind the headlines — all in about 10 minutes, every weekday. It's science for everyone, using a lot of creativity and a little humor. Join host Maddie Sofia for science on a different wavelength.