Sci Robot December 2023 PMID 38091424

Human motor augmentation with an extra robotic arm without functional interference.

Giulia Dominijanni, Daniel Leal Pinheiro, Leonardo Pollina, Bastien Orset, Martina Gini, Eugenio Anselmino, Camilla Pierella, Jérémy Olivier, Solaiman Shokur, Silvestro Micera

Mentions

102
Peak: 50 in Dec 2023
across 5 sources since Dec 2023

Extended reach

10,430,626
potential audience

Total likes

254

Video views

12,807

Mentions per month

Dec 2023 – Jan 2024

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter54 posts
  • News41 articles
  • Blogs3 articles
  • YouTube2 videos
  • Facebook2 posts

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The social discussions emphasize the groundbreaking aspect of enabling natural and interference-free control of artificial limbs, often describing the research as an exciting step forward in robotics and human-computer interfaces, with phrases like 'can we extend our abilities' and 'new human-machine interface.' The tone is one of intrigue and optimism, reflecting a high perceived impact and interest among participants.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize the innovative nature of controlling extra robotic arms through intuitive methods like breathing and gaze, showing general support for the findings.

InterestHigh interest

Posts demonstrate high curiosity about how the technology works, mentioning control via breathing and highlighting its potential applications, indicating strong interest.

EngagementHigh engagement

Several posts discuss specific methods, such as gaze detection and breathing cues, and reflect on implications, showing deep involvement.

ImpactHigh impact

The discussions portray this research as potentially transformative for human augmentation, with comments describing it as 'game-changing' and emphasizing its practical significance.

Abstract in brief

  • The study explores how to enable users to control extra robotic arms (XRAs) without interfering with their natural functions, using a newly developed human-machine interface (HMI) based on gaze detection and breathing cues.
  • The researchers tested this HMI within a virtual reality setup combined with a robotic exoskeleton, finding that it allows independent or coordinated control of the artificial arm without affecting natural speech or vision, with performance improving over time.
  • The results show that both inexperienced and experienced users can effectively operate XRAs using this system, highlighting its potential for practical applications, training, and further development in human motor augmentation.]

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Science Magazine
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In @SciRobotics, able-bodied participants used only breathing to guide how far a human-machine interface system’s robotic arm reached. Learn more: https://t.co/KKrqEkuGUv https://t.co/IJByxzjFBI

Dec 29, 2023 · 43 likes · 7 shares · 4,517,482 followers View post →
Leonardo Pollina
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Dec 13, 2023 · 38 likes · 10 shares · 202 followers View post →
Science Magazine
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In @SciRobotics, able-bodied participants used only breathing to guide how far a human-machine interface system’s robotic arm reached. Learn more: https://t.co/qdFHuQoJpg https://t.co/UuGDL9LZnD

Dec 26, 2023 · 31 likes · 9 shares · 4,517,482 followers View post →
Science Robotics
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New in Science #Robotics: In virtual and real-world testing, users completed exercises with a new human-machine interface system with an extra robotic arm using gaze and breathing contractions. @GiDominijanni @_smicera @SolaimanShokur @LeonardoPollina https://t.co/JqKApusmPD https://t.co/aVCURo54NH

Dec 14, 2023 · 26 likes · 8 shares · 27,691 followers View post →
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In Science #Robotics, able-bodied participants used only breathing to guide how far a human-machine interface system’s robotic arm reached. @GiDominijanni @_smicera @SolaimanShokur @LeonardoPollina Learn more: https://t.co/3lq1q07Trw https://t.co/c6wt3BOKi9

Dec 20, 2023 · 24 likes · 9 shares · 27,691 followers View post →
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Dec 13, 2023 · 14 likes · 5 shares · 21,315 followers View post →

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Greg Wood
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RT @BioelDrop: Can we use #robotics to extend our abilities? Does our brain comply?

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Silvestro Micera
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RT @BioelDrop: Can we use #robotics to extend our abilities? Does our brain comply?

Jan 19, 2024 · 2 shares · 4,991 followers View post →
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Can we use #robotics to extend our abilities? Does our brain comply?

Jan 19, 2024 · 5 likes · 2 shares · 301 followers View post →
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Jan 5, 2024 · 10 shares · 27,691 followers View post →
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Science Magazine
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In @SciRobotics, able-bodied participants used only breathing to guide how far a human-machine interface system’s robotic arm reached. Learn more: https://t.co/KKrqEkuGUv https://t.co/IJByxzjFBI

Dec 29, 2023 · 43 likes · 7 shares · 4,517,482 followers View post →
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Science Magazine
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In @SciRobotics, able-bodied participants used only breathing to guide how far a human-machine interface system’s robotic arm reached. Learn more: https://t.co/qdFHuQoJpg https://t.co/UuGDL9LZnD

Dec 26, 2023 · 31 likes · 9 shares · 4,517,482 followers View post →
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RT @ObserveIR: Trending in #Robotics: https://t.co/BJFbaS1xvX 1) Human motor augmentation with an extra robotic arm without functional int…

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Silvestro Micera
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RT @ObserveIR: Trending in #Robotics: https://t.co/BJFbaS1xvX 1) Human motor augmentation with an extra robotic arm without functional int…

Dec 23, 2023 · 2 shares · 4,991 followers View post →
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Dec 23, 2023 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 12,141 followers View post →
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Neuro-X Institute
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Leonardo Pollina
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RT @SciRobotics: In Science #Robotics, able-bodied participants used only breathing to guide how far a human-machine interface system’s rob…

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Silvestro Micera
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Science Robotics
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In Science #Robotics, able-bodied participants used only breathing to guide how far a human-machine interface system’s robotic arm reached. @GiDominijanni @_smicera @SolaimanShokur @LeonardoPollina Learn more: https://t.co/3lq1q07Trw https://t.co/c6wt3BOKi9

Dec 20, 2023 · 24 likes · 9 shares · 27,691 followers View post →
Lifeboat Foundation
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Dec 16, 2023 · 310 followers View post →
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RT @EPFL_en: EPFL scientists show that breathing may be used to control a wearable extra robotic arm in healthy individuals, without hinder…

Dec 15, 2023 · 2 shares · 2,249 followers View post →
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EPFL
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EPFL scientists show that breathing may be used to control a wearable extra robotic arm in healthy individuals, without hindering control of other parts of the body. Read more: https://t.co/J36yIWT37K https://t.co/AXT14R0U5J

Dec 15, 2023 · 7 likes · 2 shares · 60,347 followers View post →
EPFL
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Des scientifiques de l’EPFL montrent que la respiration peut servir à actionner un bras robotique additionnel chez des personnes saines, sans interférer avec le contrôle d’autres parties du corps. En savoir plus: https://t.co/n5gk7nwH6p https://t.co/5Rtr7QSecF

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Leonardo Pollina
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RT @SciRobotics: New in Science #Robotics: In virtual and real-world testing, users completed exercises with a new human-machine interface…

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SantAnnaPisa
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Silvestro Micera
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Science Robotics
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New in Science #Robotics: In virtual and real-world testing, users completed exercises with a new human-machine interface system with an extra robotic arm using gaze and breathing contractions. @GiDominijanni @_smicera @SolaimanShokur @LeonardoPollina https://t.co/JqKApusmPD https://t.co/aVCURo54NH

Dec 14, 2023 · 26 likes · 8 shares · 27,691 followers View post →
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Dec 13, 2023 · 14 likes · 5 shares · 21,315 followers View post →
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