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The Problem<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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The advancement of technology is improving the lives of individuals with SCI, especially those with tetraplegia, but paradoxically it is also leaving them behind. \u00a0Touchscreen devices are increasingly becoming the primary means for socialization and internet access, but physical interaction is limited for this population of individuals. \u00a0This further isolates them from a society that is driven by the newest smartphones and tablets.<\/p>\n

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This project develops the hardware and software necessary to digitally empower physically disabled individuals. \u00a0The system will use electromyography (EMG) to non-invasively measure muscle movement above a lesion or injury site and interpret these gestures as cursor movements on a touchscreen. \u00a0The system will be optimized for usability by both the individual with tetraplegia as well as their caregiver (e.g. ease of don and doffing, simplicity of calibration, intuitive interaction). \u00a0It also needs to be modular, so that it can be customized to the capabilities of the user.<\/span><\/p>\n

There is currently no standardized benchmark for digital assistive devices. \u00a0In the course of this research, we will quantify guidelines for task execution through user studies comparing existing technology to ours. \u00a0We are ensuring that this research fulfills user requirements by soliciting their input throughout the project.<\/span><\/p>\n

Impact<\/strong><\/h3>\n

This research aims to return digital freedom to individuals who can no use technology due to a disability. \u00a0Further research includes investigating whether neural signals from the closed-loop DBS project<\/a>\u00a0can be used to drive the digital cursor.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Presentations and Applicable Citations<\/h3>\n
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Pratt, K, “Touchless Touchscreens,” NSF ERC Perfect Pitch National Competition, Washington DC, Oct 28, 2015.<\/p>\n

Pratt, K, “Touchless Touchscreens,” NSF ERC Perfect Pitch CSNE Competition, Seattle, WA, Sep 18, 2015. \u00a0(First Place)<\/p>\n

Pratt, K and Chizeck, H, \u201cClassifying EMG Signals for Virtual Control,\u201d Women in Robotics II Workshop, RSS, Rome, Italy, Jul 16, 2015. \u00a0(Presentation available here<\/a>.)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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H. J. Chizeck, O. Johnson, and J. Herron, \u201cUsing Neural Signals to Drive Touch Screen Devices,\u201d US20140210745 A1, 31-Jul-2014.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Affiliated Faculty<\/em>:\u00a0Howard Chizeck<\/a><\/p>\n

Funding Sources<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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