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View article: Single-Pixel Tactile Skin via Compressive Sampling
Single-Pixel Tactile Skin via Compressive Sampling Open
Development of large-area, high-speed electronic skins is a grand challenge for robotics, prosthetics, and human-machine interfaces, but is fundamentally limited by wiring complexity and data bottlenecks. Here, we introduce Single-Pixel Ta…
View article: A novel open-source ultrasound dataset with deep learning benchmarks for spinal cord injury localization and anatomical segmentation
A novel open-source ultrasound dataset with deep learning benchmarks for spinal cord injury localization and anatomical segmentation Open
While deep learning has catalyzed breakthroughs across numerous domains, its broader adoption in clinical settings is inhibited by the costly and time-intensive nature of data acquisition and annotation. To further facilitate medical machi…
View article: Proof-of-Concept Monitoring of Cerebral Hemodynamics in a Porcine Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Model Using Dual-Mode Laser Speckle and Intrinsic Optical Imaging
Proof-of-Concept Monitoring of Cerebral Hemodynamics in a Porcine Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Model Using Dual-Mode Laser Speckle and Intrinsic Optical Imaging Open
Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) is increasingly used for refractory cardiac arrest, yet neurologic outcome is often limited by acute brain injury (ABI) secondary to disrupted cerebrovascular autoregulation (CVAR). We es…
View article: SuperTac - tactile data super-resolution via dimensionality reduction
SuperTac - tactile data super-resolution via dimensionality reduction Open
The advancement of tactile sensing in robotics and prosthetics is constrained by the trade-off between spatial and temporal resolution in artificial tactile sensors. To address this limitation, we propose SuperTac, a novel tactile super-re…
View article: Investigating the dynamics of intracranial pressure and cerebral autoregulation during extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation using a porcine model
Investigating the dynamics of intracranial pressure and cerebral autoregulation during extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation using a porcine model Open
View article: Invariant Neuromorphic Representations of Tactile Stimuli Improve Robustness of a Real‐Time Texture Classification System
Invariant Neuromorphic Representations of Tactile Stimuli Improve Robustness of a Real‐Time Texture Classification System Open
Humans possess an exquisite sense of touch, which robotic and prosthetic systems aim to replicate. Algorithms are developed to create neuron‐like (neuromorphic) spiking representations of texture that are invariant to the scanning speed an…
View article: A natural biomimetic prosthetic hand with neuromorphic tactile sensing for precise and compliant grasping
A natural biomimetic prosthetic hand with neuromorphic tactile sensing for precise and compliant grasping Open
The human hand’s hybrid structure combines soft and rigid anatomy to provide strength and compliance for versatile object grasping. Tactile sensing by skin mechanoreceptors enables precise and dynamic manipulation. Attempts to replicate th…
View article: Minimum biomechanical energy expenditure predicts upper-limb motor strategies in individuals with limb loss
Minimum biomechanical energy expenditure predicts upper-limb motor strategies in individuals with limb loss Open
Traditional models of upper-limb motion represent observed motor behaviors as the solution to an optimization problem defined over a cost function. However, these traditional formulations are computationally expensive and it is unclear if …
View article: Spatial Analysis of Neuromuscular Junctions Activation in Three-Dimensional Histology-based Muscle Reconstructions
Spatial Analysis of Neuromuscular Junctions Activation in Three-Dimensional Histology-based Muscle Reconstructions Open
Histology has long been a foundational technique for studying anatomical structures through tissue slicing. Advances in computational methods now enable three dimensional (3D) reconstruction of organs from histology images, enhancing the a…
View article: Safety and feasibility of concomitant scalp cooling and limb cryocompression to prevent paclitaxel-induced alopecia and neuropathy
Safety and feasibility of concomitant scalp cooling and limb cryocompression to prevent paclitaxel-induced alopecia and neuropathy Open
View article: Online Adaptation for Myographic Control of Natural Dexterous Hand and Finger Movements
Online Adaptation for Myographic Control of Natural Dexterous Hand and Finger Movements Open
One of the most elusive goals in myographic prosthesis control is the ability to reliably decode continuous positions simultaneously across multiple degrees-of-freedom. Goal: To demonstrate dexterous, natural, biomimetic finger and wrist c…
View article: At First Contact: Stiffness Estimation Using Vibrational Information for Prosthetic Grasp Modulation
At First Contact: Stiffness Estimation Using Vibrational Information for Prosthetic Grasp Modulation Open
Stiffness estimation is crucial for delicate object manipulation in robotic and prosthetic hands but remains challenging due to dependence on force and displacement measurement and real-time sensory integration. This study presents a piezo…
View article: Invariant neuromorphic representations of tactile stimuli improve robustness of a real-time texture classification system
Invariant neuromorphic representations of tactile stimuli improve robustness of a real-time texture classification system Open
Humans have an exquisite sense of touch which robotic and prosthetic systems aim to recreate. We developed algorithms to create neuron-like (neuromorphic) spiking representations of texture that are invariant to the scanning speed and cont…
View article: Adaptive Compressive Tactile Subsampling: Enabling High Spatiotemporal Resolution in Scalable Robotic Skin
Adaptive Compressive Tactile Subsampling: Enabling High Spatiotemporal Resolution in Scalable Robotic Skin Open
Robots, like humans, require full-body, high-resolution tactile sensing to operate safely and effectively in unstructured environments, enabling reflexive responses and closed-loop control. However, the high pixel counts necessary for dens…
View article: SensoPatch: A Reconfigurable Haptic Feedback with High-Density Tactile Sensing Glove
SensoPatch: A Reconfigurable Haptic Feedback with High-Density Tactile Sensing Glove Open
Haptic feedback is integral to the improved experience of prosthetic users and the reduction in prosthesis rejection. Prior studies have explored various methods to encode tactile information and deliver vibration feedback. However, a comp…
View article: A novel open-source ultrasound dataset with deep learning benchmarks for spinal cord injury localization and anatomical segmentation
A novel open-source ultrasound dataset with deep learning benchmarks for spinal cord injury localization and anatomical segmentation Open
While deep learning has catalyzed breakthroughs across numerous domains, its broader adoption in clinical settings is inhibited by the costly and time-intensive nature of data acquisition and annotation. To further facilitate medical machi…
View article: Endogenous orexin and hyperacute autonomic responses after resuscitation in a preclinical model of cardiac arrest
Endogenous orexin and hyperacute autonomic responses after resuscitation in a preclinical model of cardiac arrest Open
Objectives The study of autonomic responses to cardiac arrest (CA) resuscitation deserves attention due to the impact of autonomic function on survival and arousal. Orexins are known to modulate autonomic function, but the role of endogeno…
View article: Object Classification Utilizing Neuromorphic Proprioceptive Signals in Active Exploration: Validated on a Soft Anthropomorphic Hand
Object Classification Utilizing Neuromorphic Proprioceptive Signals in Active Exploration: Validated on a Soft Anthropomorphic Hand Open
Proprioception, a key sensory modality in haptic perception, plays a vital role in perceiving the 3D structure of objects by providing feedback on the position and movement of body parts. The restoration of proprioceptive sensation is cruc…
View article: Wavelet Transforms Significantly Sparsify and Compress Tactile Interactions
Wavelet Transforms Significantly Sparsify and Compress Tactile Interactions Open
As higher spatiotemporal resolution tactile sensing systems are being developed for prosthetics, wearables, and other biomedical applications, they demand faster sampling rates and generate larger data streams. Sparsifying transformations …
View article: Evaluating the Ear for Monitoring Somatosensory Evoked Potentials
Evaluating the Ear for Monitoring Somatosensory Evoked Potentials Open
View article: Sensory integration for neuroprostheses: from functional benefits to neural correlates
Sensory integration for neuroprostheses: from functional benefits to neural correlates Open
View article: Focused Ultrasound Neuromodulation of Human <em>In Vitro</em> Neural Cultures in Multi-Well Microelectrode Arrays
Focused Ultrasound Neuromodulation of Human <em>In Vitro</em> Neural Cultures in Multi-Well Microelectrode Arrays Open
The neuromodulatory effects of focused ultrasound (FUS) have been demonstrated in animal models, and FUS has been used successfully to treat movement and psychiatric disorders in humans. However, despite the success of FUS, the mechanism u…
View article: Volume loss during muscle reinnervation surgery is correlated with reduced CMAP amplitude but not reduced force output in a rat hindlimb model
Volume loss during muscle reinnervation surgery is correlated with reduced CMAP amplitude but not reduced force output in a rat hindlimb model Open
Introduction: Muscle reinnervation (MR) surgery offers rehabilitative benefits to amputees by taking severely damaged nerves and providing them with new denervated muscle targets (DMTs). However, the influence of physical changes to muscle…
View article: Upper limb intention tremor assessment: opportunities and challenges in wearable technology
Upper limb intention tremor assessment: opportunities and challenges in wearable technology Open
Background Tremors are involuntary rhythmic movements commonly present in neurological diseases such as Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, and multiple sclerosis. Intention tremor is a subtype associated with lesions in the cerebellum …
View article: Non-contrast ultrasound image analysis for spatial and temporal distribution of blood flow after spinal cord injury
Non-contrast ultrasound image analysis for spatial and temporal distribution of blood flow after spinal cord injury Open
View article: Tethered spinal cord tension assessed via ultrasound elastography in computational and intraoperative human studies
Tethered spinal cord tension assessed via ultrasound elastography in computational and intraoperative human studies Open
Background Tension in the spinal cord is a trademark of tethered cord syndrome. Unfortunately, existing tests cannot quantify tension across the bulk of the cord, making the diagnostic evaluation of stretch ambiguous. A potential non-destr…
View article: Investigating the Dynamics of Intracranial Pressure and Cerebral Autoregulation During Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Using a Porcine Model
Investigating the Dynamics of Intracranial Pressure and Cerebral Autoregulation During Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Using a Porcine Model Open
View article: Author Response: Myomatrix arrays for high-definition muscle recording
Author Response: Myomatrix arrays for high-definition muscle recording Open
View article: Myomatrix arrays for high-definition muscle recording
Myomatrix arrays for high-definition muscle recording Open
Neurons coordinate their activity to produce an astonishing variety of motor behaviors. Our present understanding of motor control has grown rapidly thanks to new methods for recording and analyzing populations of many individual neurons o…
View article: Myomatrix arrays for high-definition muscle recording
Myomatrix arrays for high-definition muscle recording Open
Neurons coordinate their activity to produce an astonishing variety of motor behaviors. Our present understanding of motor control has grown rapidly thanks to new methods for recording and analyzing populations of many individual neurons o…