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An electromechanical system for the delivery of kinesthetic stimulation to human digits is described. The system provides highly precise control over angular velocity (in degrees per second), angular displacement (in degrees), and stimulus duration (in seconds) and uses an electromagnetic brake to terminate the stimuli. It also permits three measures of passive movement sensitivity to be made: correct detections, response time, and angular displacement.
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Cohen, H.L., Battersby, W.S., Regnat, K. et al. A kinesthesiometer for assessing digital passive movement sensitivity in man. Behavior Research Methods & Instrumentation 13, 334–336 (1981). https://doi.org/10.3758/BF03202024
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