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Man-machine interfaces interpret neural signals to control devices, bypassing damaged motor functions. This survey explores non-invasive interfaces using electromyography and gaze tracking for diverse applications.

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Area of Science:

Neuroscience and Biomedical Engineering
Human-Computer Interaction

Background:

Growing demand for brain-machine interfaces (BMIs) and man-machine interfaces (MMIs) driven by technological advancements.
Potential for BMIs to restore function by interpreting neural signals and bypassing damaged neural or motor pathways.
Emerging applications for MMIs beyond healthcare, including space exploration.

Purpose of the Study:

To survey two types of non-invasive man-machine interfaces.
To present control signal extraction techniques using electromyography (EMG) and gaze tracking.
To detail the working principles, implementations, features, and applications of these interfaces.

Main Methods:

Focus on non-invasive interface approaches.
Utilizing electromyography (EMG) for signal extraction.
Employing gaze tracking technology for user control.

Main Results:

Overview of EMG-based interfaces for controlling external devices.
Detailed examination of gaze tracking systems for human-machine interaction.
Discussion of the practical implementations and features of both interface types.

Conclusions:

Non-invasive MMIs using EMG and gaze tracking offer viable control strategies.
These interfaces have broad applicability, including potential in space science.
Further development in signal processing and decoding is crucial for advancing MMI technology.