AI enables paralyzed man to control robotic arm with brain signals

People with paralysis can control robotic devices through thought alone. Researchers at UC San Francisco have achieved a remarkable breakthrough in brain-computer interface (BCI) technology, enabling individuals with paralysis to control robotic devices through thought alone. This innovation combines artificial intelligence (AI) with neuroscience, allowing a paralyzed man to manipulate a robotic arm by imagining movements, a feat that marks a significant milestone in restoring autonomy to people with severe motor impairments. The device, known as a brain-computer interface (BCI), represents a fusion of advanced AI and neural engineering. BCIs have previously struggled to maintain functionality over extended periods, often losing effectiveness after just one or two days.