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This study introduces two novel motivation models for brain-computer interfaces (BCIs), the P300 MotiVE and SMR MotiVE models. These psychologically-grounded frameworks aim to enhance BCI performance by understanding user motivation.

Keywords:
BCI theoryP300brain-computer interfacemotivationpsychological variablesensorimotor rhythmtheoretical framework

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Psychology

Background:

  • Brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) show promise but are often limited by user performance.
  • Motivation is recognized as a key factor influencing BCI efficacy, yet theoretical models are lacking.
  • Existing literature highlights the psychological underpinnings of user engagement in BCI use.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a theoretical framework for understanding motivation in BCI.
  • To introduce psychologically-based motivation models for BCI use.
  • To provide a foundation for future research and hypothesis generation in BCI motivation.

Main Methods:

  • Synthesized existing literature on motivation and BCI.
  • Developed the P300 MotiVE model based on psychological theories.
  • Developed the sensorimotor rhythm (SMR) MotiVE model based on psychological theories.

Main Results:

  • Introduced the P300 MotiVE and SMR MotiVE models.
  • These models explicitly target motivation and its subcomponents as factors influencing BCI performance.
  • The models represent the first psychologically-grounded theoretical frameworks for BCI motivation.

Conclusions:

  • The MotiVE models offer a novel theoretical approach to BCI motivation.
  • Empirical validation of the models' assumptions is required.
  • Further development may be needed for diverse BCI systems and applications.