Abstract

Name: Karishma S Kumar Usn: 4SF10CS035. Topic: Brain Gate.

Brain Gate is a brain implant system developed by the company a Fox borough, Massachusetts-based Company called Cyber kinetics in 2003 with the association of the Department of Neuroscience at Brown University. The device was designed to help those who have lost control of their limbs, or other bodily functions. The computer chip, which is implanted into the brain, monitors brain activity in the patient and converts the intention of the user into computer commands.By using the power of the mind (brain waves) it is possible to turn thoughts into actions, such as turning on the TV, stereos or even lights. Brain gate runs on the principle that the signals generated in the brain are even thought generated not sent to the arms, hands and legs. Instead are converted, analyzed to cursor movements. Brain mapping is done, using a bundle of wires as thick as a co axial cable that runs from a connector in the brain to an electronic gear outside. These brain gates are tiny spikes that are implanted into your brain. Brain-computer interfaces are presently worked upon for people either paralyzed by injury or disease so that they can return to normal functioning. This technology associated with a brain computer interface chip and the first to allow man to control his environment through his mind. The chip contains an internal signal sensor and external processor that converts neural signals into computer control. This technology is based on to sense, transmit, analysis and apply the language of neurons. The signals generated by brain are interpreted and translated into cursor movement in computer screen. It consists of 96 hair thin electrode sensor that detects brain cell electrical activity. The chip provides a fast, reliable and unobtrusive connection between the brain of a severely disabled person and personal computer.