Chapter 6
Neuroprosthetics
Arthur Prochazka, PhD
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Chapter Objectives
Following this chapter the reader will be able to:
1. Understand the basic principles of operation of neuroprostheses (NPs).
2. Appreciate the historical development of NPs.
3. Assess the main benefits and limitations of existing NPs.
4. Recommend the type of NP that might benefit a particular person.
5. Evaluate new NP technologies as they evolve.
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Chapter Outline
I. INTRODUCTION
A. Definition.
B. History
II MECHANISMS
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