Integration of a somatotopic non invasive proprioceptive feedback strategy for robotic hand prosthesis users

The aim of my PhD research project is to provide hand proprioception perception to users of robotic hand prostheses. To do so, we developed a system to convey information about the configuration and movement of artificial limbs via evoked sensations that target specific regions of the phantom hand, while involving no perceptible delay or surgical intervention.

This research internship represents an invaluable opportunity for us to assess the effect of introducing the developed system on users’ technological embodiment of a robotic prosthesis. It is expected that the introduction of this type of proprioceptive feedback will alleviate some of the problems associated with the use of robotic hand prostheses, and thus promote the integration of these devices by the user. The expertise and research interests of Plasticity Lab’s researchers, led by Professor Makin, make them ideal partners with whom to collaborate in this endeavor.

Faculty Supervisor:

Abolfazi Mohebbi

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Partner:

University of Cambridge

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Education

University:

Polytechnique Montréal

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