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Biomimetic controller for a multi-finger prosthesis

  • US 6,344,062 B1
  • Filed: 03/18/1999
  • Issued: 02/05/2002
  • Est. Priority Date: 03/18/1999
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A control system for use with a prosthetic or orthotic device comprising:

  • at least one pneumatic sensor for sensing volitional movement of a muscle, tendon or ligament intended to cause an associated desired movement of another body part and generating at least one signal in response thereto; and

    electronic interface means for analyzing said at least one signal and sending a corresponding at least one control signal to said prosthetic or orthotic device indicative of said desired movement of said another body part.

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