Computer control using human intracortical local field potentials.
We describe the use of human cortical control signals to operate two assistive technology tools--a virtual keyboard speller and a computer-simulated digit. The cortical signals used for control are local field potentials recorded through an implanted neurotrophic electrode. In this system, the patients' cortical signals are transmitted wirelessly to a receiver and translated by computer software into either a computer cursor movement (for the virtual keyboard) or flexion of a cyber digit on a virtual hand. This report focuses on the progress of two subjects toward effective use of their "virtual" neuro-prosthetic devices to meet their assistive technology needs.
Neural Signals, Inc., Atlanta, GA 30340, USA.
Philip R
PR
Kennedy
M Todd
MT
Kirby
Melody M
MM
Moore
Brandon
B
King
Adon
A
Mallory
D003143:Communication Devices for People with Disabilities; D016287:Computer Peripherals; D004567:Electrodes, Implanted; D004569:Electroencephalography / Q000379:methods*; D005071:Evoked Potentials; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D028361:Mitochondrial Diseases / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000534:rehabilitation; D009044:Motor Cortex / Q000503:physiopathology*; D009468:Neuromuscular Diseases / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D009862:Online Systems; D020521:Stroke / Q000503:physiopathology; D000071939:Stroke Rehabilitation; D013813:Therapy, Computer-Assisted / Q000379:methods; D014584:User-Computer Interface