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This paper presents results to indicate the potential applications of a direct connection between the human nervous system and a computer network. Actual experimental results obtained from a human subject study are given, with emphasis placed on the direct interaction between the human nervous system and possible extra-sensory input. An brief overview of the general state of neural implants is given, as well as a range of application areas considered. An overall view is also taken as to what may be possible with implant technology as a general purpose human-computer interface for the future.
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Warwick, K. (2006). ROBOT-HUMAN INTERACTION Practical experiments with a cyborg. In: BRAZ, J., ARAÚJO, H., VIEIRA, A., ENCARNAÇÃO, B. (eds) INFORMATICS IN CONTROL, AUTOMATION AND ROBOTICS I. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/1-4020-4543-3_1
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