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[Research on signal sources for prosthetic limb control]
Xiaowen Zhang1, Yupu Yang, Xiaoming Xu
1Dept. of Automation Control, Shanghai Jiaotong University, Shanghai 200030.
Summary
Selecting the right signal sources is key for effective, multi-degree-of-freedom prosthetic arm control. This review examines available signal types for advanced prosthetic limb design.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Neuroprosthetics
- Human-Computer Interaction
Context:
- Designing advanced upper-extremity prosthetics requires reliable control signals.
- Current prosthetic technology aims for multi-degree-of-freedom (DOF) functionality.
Purpose:
- To provide a comprehensive review of signal sources for prosthetic arm control.
- To analyze the characteristics of various input signals used in prosthetic design.
Summary:
- Effective prosthetic limb control hinges on appropriate signal sources.
- This paper reviews signal types and their properties for arm prosthetics.
- Focuses on signals enabling high effectiveness and multi-DOF control.
Impact:
- Informs the design of next-generation prosthetic limbs.
- Aids researchers and engineers in selecting optimal control strategies.
- Contributes to improved functionality and user experience in upper-limb prosthetics.