Abstract
Brain-computer interface (BCI) technologies have developed as a game changer, altering how humans interact with computers and opening up new avenues for understanding and utilizing the power of the human brain. The goal of this research study is to assess recent breakthroughs in BCI technologies and their future prospects. The paper starts with an outline of the fundamental concepts and principles that underpin BCI technologies. It examines the many forms of BCIs, including as invasive, partially invasive, and non-invasive interfaces, emphasizing their advantages and disadvantages. The progress of BCI hardware and signal processing techniques is investigated, with a focus on the shift from bulky and invasive systems to more portable and user-friendly options. Following that, the article delves into the important advances in BCI applications across several fields. It investigates the use of BCIs in healthcare, particularly in neurorehabilitation, assistive technology, and cognitive enhancement. BCIs’ potential for boosting human capacities such as communication, motor control, and sensory perception is being thoroughly researched. Furthermore, the article investigates developing BCI applications in gaming, entertainment, and virtual reality, demonstrating how BCI technologies are growing outside medical and therapeutic settings. The study also gives light on the problems and limits that prevent BCIs from being widely adopted. Ethical concerns about privacy, data security, and informed permission are addressed, highlighting the importance of strong legislative frameworks to enable responsible and ethical usage of BCI technologies. Furthermore, the study delves into technological issues such as increasing signal resolution and precision, increasing system reliability, and enabling smooth connection with existing technology. Finally, this study paper gives an in-depth examination of the advances and future possibilities of BCI technologies. It emphasizes the transformative influence of BCIs on human-computer interaction and their potential to alter healthcare, gaming, and other industries. This research intends to stimulate further innovation and progress in the field of brain-computer interfaces by addressing problems and imagining future possibilities.
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Karikari, E., Koshechkin, K.A. Review on brain-computer interface technologies in healthcare. Biophys Rev 15, 1351–1358 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12551-023-01138-6
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