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#bionics
fromFuturism
3 days ago
Wearables

New Bionic Hand Can Detach From User, Crawl Around and Do Missions on Its Own

Open Bionics has released the first-ever wireless bionic arm, the Hero, capable of operating independently.
Tilly Lockey showcases the advanced features of the Hero bionic arm.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
5 hours ago
Wearables

Wireless bionic arm with detachable hand that crawls on its own is boon for prosthetics dependents - Yanko Design

Open Bionics introduces the Hero Pro, the world's first wireless bionic arm designed for enhanced user independence and control.
Wearables
fromFuturism
3 days ago

New Bionic Hand Can Detach From User, Crawl Around and Do Missions on Its Own

Open Bionics has released the first-ever wireless bionic arm, the Hero, capable of operating independently.
Tilly Lockey showcases the advanced features of the Hero bionic arm.
more#bionics
Film
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Mark Wahlberg looks nearly unrecognizable as a mob hitman filming new crime thriller

Mark Wahlberg transforms into a mob hitman for 'By Any Means' with significant physical changes and a compelling character arc.
#healthcare
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago
Wearables

Phantom Neuro grabs $19M to help amputees gain control of their phantom limbs | TechCrunch

Phantom Neuro is advancing bionic technology by developing devices that allow prosthetic control via implanted wristbands, raising crucial funding for development.
fromITPro
3 months ago
Business intelligence

Why data matters in the real world

AI can significantly enhance the functionality of prosthetics by using data to improve user experience.
fromFast Company
8 months ago
OMG science

This ingenious new prosthetic mimics the bones and ligaments of a human foot

SoftFoot Pro reduces cognitive load for amputees, enhancing mobility and comfort with a flexible design inspired by the human foot anatomy.
Wearables
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

Phantom Neuro grabs $19M to help amputees gain control of their phantom limbs | TechCrunch

Phantom Neuro is advancing bionic technology by developing devices that allow prosthetic control via implanted wristbands, raising crucial funding for development.
fromFast Company
8 months ago
OMG science

This ingenious new prosthetic mimics the bones and ligaments of a human foot

SoftFoot Pro reduces cognitive load for amputees, enhancing mobility and comfort with a flexible design inspired by the human foot anatomy.
more#healthcare
#robotics
Wearables
fromScienceDaily
1 month ago

Feeling is believing: Bionic hand 'knows' what it's touching, grasps like a human

Engineers at Johns Hopkins developed a pioneering prosthetic hand that mimics human-like gripping and feedback for enhanced interaction with objects.
fromWIRED
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Muscle Implants Could Allow Mind-Controlled Prosthetics-No Brain Surgery Required

Advancements in prosthetic technology can improve functionality and control for amputees, significantly enhancing their quality of life.
fromScienceDaily
3 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Nurture more important than nature for robotic hand

Robotic hands can learn manipulation tasks effectively, even without tactile sensation, when trained with a proper curriculum.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
New York City

LI high-school robotics whiz makes prosthetic for 3-legged shelter dog: 'Deserves a good family to be with'

A high-school student is creating a prosthetic leg for a three-legged shelter dog to help her get adopted.
Wearables
fromScienceDaily
1 month ago

Feeling is believing: Bionic hand 'knows' what it's touching, grasps like a human

Engineers at Johns Hopkins developed a pioneering prosthetic hand that mimics human-like gripping and feedback for enhanced interaction with objects.
fromWIRED
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Muscle Implants Could Allow Mind-Controlled Prosthetics-No Brain Surgery Required

Advancements in prosthetic technology can improve functionality and control for amputees, significantly enhancing their quality of life.
fromScienceDaily
3 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Nurture more important than nature for robotic hand

Robotic hands can learn manipulation tasks effectively, even without tactile sensation, when trained with a proper curriculum.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
New York City

LI high-school robotics whiz makes prosthetic for 3-legged shelter dog: 'Deserves a good family to be with'

A high-school student is creating a prosthetic leg for a three-legged shelter dog to help her get adopted.
more#robotics
#special-effects
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago
Medicine

How '1923' Episode 4 Made Zane's Skull Surgery Look Real

The special effects in '1923' create realistic surgery scenes, enhancing dramatic storytelling.
fromBuzzFeed
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

People Are Sharing The Most Impressive SFX Makeup And Prosthetics Transformations They've Ever Seen

The article highlights the extensive makeup and special effects work in film, emphasizing the dedication of actors to their roles.
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago
Medicine

How '1923' Episode 4 Made Zane's Skull Surgery Look Real

The special effects in '1923' create realistic surgery scenes, enhancing dramatic storytelling.
fromBuzzFeed
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

People Are Sharing The Most Impressive SFX Makeup And Prosthetics Transformations They've Ever Seen

The article highlights the extensive makeup and special effects work in film, emphasizing the dedication of actors to their roles.
more#special-effects
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago
SF parents

Cupertino's Inner Wheel celebrates 40th anniversary

Cupertino Inner Wheel Club received recognition for 40 years of service, notably supporting children with limb loss through prosthetics and empowerment programs.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Exclusive | Ukraine war vets with amputations flee to NYC's Staten Island for refuge and care: 'It's a war of exhaustion'

Two injured Ukrainian war veterans find solidarity and hope for their homeland while adjusting to new lives in Staten Island.
#technology
fromApaonline
2 months ago
philosophy

From Human to Cyborg: Art, Technology, and the Redefinition of Human Identity

Technological integration redefines human identity and autonomy, shifting perspectives on the body and its enhancement.
fromThe New Yorker
4 months ago
Writing

The Dawn of the Bionic Man

A new bionic limb can interpret brain signals, allowing it to move intuitively with the user's intentions.
philosophy
fromApaonline
2 months ago

From Human to Cyborg: Art, Technology, and the Redefinition of Human Identity

Technological integration redefines human identity and autonomy, shifting perspectives on the body and its enhancement.
more#technology
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
Education

Prince William takes up role behind the camera on London film academy visit

The Prince of Wales visited a film and television college, engaging with students and exploring creative courses and practical skills in media production.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Adrien Brody's 'The Brutalist' makeup artist mistook his nose for a prosthetic - and tried to 'remove' it

Adrien Brody humorously recounted a mix-up about his nose while filming 'The Brutalist', mistakenly thought to be a prosthetic.
#innovation
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
9 months ago
Design

Revolutionary Prosthetic Foot achieves human-level flexibility and grip without motors or electronics - Yanko Design

The SoftFoot Pro by IIT is a game-changer in prosthetic design, offering flexibility and natural movement mimicking the human foot structure.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
9 months ago
Design

Revolutionary Prosthetic Foot achieves human-level flexibility and grip without motors or electronics - Yanko Design

The SoftFoot Pro by IIT is a game-changer in prosthetic design, offering flexibility and natural movement mimicking the human foot structure.
more#innovation
fromBustle
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Margaret Qualley's 'Substance' Transformation "F*cked Up" Her Face

Margaret Qualley's experience filming 'The Substance' was physically demanding, causing lasting skin issues due to extensive prosthetics.
#nudity
fromBuzzFeed
6 months ago
France news

13 Actors Who Said "No Thanks" To Prosthetics And Went Full Commando On Screen

Some actors choose to perform nude scenes without prosthetics, embracing their bodies in natural portrayals.
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago
France news

16 Actors Who Said "No" To Nudity And Wore Prosthetic Body Parts Vs. 15 Who Went Full Commando

Celebrities share personal experiences with nudity and prosthetics in film and television, emphasizing comfort and creative choices.
fromBuzzFeed
6 months ago
France news

13 Actors Who Said "No Thanks" To Prosthetics And Went Full Commando On Screen

Some actors choose to perform nude scenes without prosthetics, embracing their bodies in natural portrayals.
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago
France news

16 Actors Who Said "No" To Nudity And Wore Prosthetic Body Parts Vs. 15 Who Went Full Commando

Celebrities share personal experiences with nudity and prosthetics in film and television, emphasizing comfort and creative choices.
more#nudity
fromCbsnews
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

New Maryland law requires coverage for special prosthetics used for physical activities

The 'So Everybody Can Move Act' mandates insurance coverage for prosthetics designed for physical activities, enhancing access for amputees in Maryland.
fromThe New Yorker
3 months ago
Fashion & style

Letters from Our Readers

Chance plays a significant role in medical innovation, as seen through the works of Hugh Herr and Ambroise Paré.
#rehabilitation
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Teenager who lost legs walking again for Christmas

Adam Golebiewski, a teenage footballer, lost both legs in an accident but is now home and walking again, expressing gratitude and excitement.
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Now I have hope' - Irishman who lost limb in motorbike crash will travel to Austria for bionic arm surgery

David Digan is undergoing a pioneering trial in Austria for a robotic arm after life-changing injuries from a crash.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Teenager who lost legs walking again for Christmas

Adam Golebiewski, a teenage footballer, lost both legs in an accident but is now home and walking again, expressing gratitude and excitement.
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Now I have hope' - Irishman who lost limb in motorbike crash will travel to Austria for bionic arm surgery

David Digan is undergoing a pioneering trial in Austria for a robotic arm after life-changing injuries from a crash.
more#rehabilitation
US news
fromWashington Post
4 months ago

Anger at health insurance prompts public to fund bionic arm for child

Remi Bateman, born without a left hand, seeks a robotic arm for confidence and functionality after facing bullying and difficulties with basic tasks.
#resilience
fromwww.bbc.com
11 months ago
New York City

Applause for 'bionic MP' returning to Parliament

Craig Mackinlay received a standing ovation upon his return to Parliament after amputation due to sepsis, emphasizing resilience and advocacy for sepsis awareness and prosthetics.
fromQueerty
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Adaptive athlete John Edward Heath is dominating & inspiring on the other side of the world - Queerty

John Edward Heath exemplifies resilience, transitioning from a traumatic accident to becoming an elite adaptive athlete advocating for amputee rights.
fromwww.bbc.com
11 months ago
New York City

Applause for 'bionic MP' returning to Parliament

Craig Mackinlay received a standing ovation upon his return to Parliament after amputation due to sepsis, emphasizing resilience and advocacy for sepsis awareness and prosthetics.
fromQueerty
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Adaptive athlete John Edward Heath is dominating & inspiring on the other side of the world - Queerty

John Edward Heath exemplifies resilience, transitioning from a traumatic accident to becoming an elite adaptive athlete advocating for amputee rights.
more#resilience
#identity
fromThe Atlantic
8 months ago
Graphic design

Prosthetic Limbs Have Become Billboards

Branding on prosthetics can hinder users' acceptance of their bodies and create a sense of ownership by the companies.
fromBerlin Art Link
6 months ago
Writing

Interview with Mari Katayama | Berlin Art Link

Mari Katayama's artwork challenges societal norms surrounding disability, beauty, and identity through self-portraits and installations incorporating her lived experience.
fromThe Atlantic
8 months ago
Graphic design

Prosthetic Limbs Have Become Billboards

Branding on prosthetics can hinder users' acceptance of their bodies and create a sense of ownership by the companies.
fromBerlin Art Link
6 months ago
Writing

Interview with Mari Katayama | Berlin Art Link

Mari Katayama's artwork challenges societal norms surrounding disability, beauty, and identity through self-portraits and installations incorporating her lived experience.
more#identity
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
New York City

Afghan Paralympian seeking UK asylum appeals for new prosthetic legs

A Paralympic cyclist from Afghanistan struggles with denied new prosthetics impacting his mobility and recent theft of his bike.
London
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
7 months ago

Woman who lost arm and leg after being hit by two Tube trains climbs Kilimanjaro

Sarah de Lagarde, who lost an arm and leg, scaled Mount Kilimanjaro, becoming the first woman with two prosthetics to reach the summit.
fromScienceDaily
11 months ago
Science

Robots' and prosthetic hands' sense of touch could be as fast as humans

Research at Uppsala University and Karolinska Institutet is paving the way for prosthetic hands and robots to feel touch like human hands.
fromAlleywatch
10 months ago
NYC startup

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 6/28/2024

The NYC startup scene saw significant funding rounds for companies like Emergence and Hebbia, showcasing diverse sectors such as AI and prosthetics.
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Star
10 months ago

She learned how to use a new prosthetic limb that learned from her

Advancements in prosthetics incorporating AI have allowed amputees to regain a sense of normalcy and function in their daily lives.
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 months ago
Writing

Sasquatch Sunset review brilliant bigfoot oddity is unexpectedly moving

Riley Keough's outstanding acting in 'Sasquatch Sunset' conveys profound despair with minimal facial expression, despite being covered in prosthetics.
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