Published on 07/ 2/2007
A magnetic hand glove has been developed successfully by Akita University of Japan, detecting movement and converting the same action to a remote robotic hand. Even the most important aspect - pressure of a grip, is translated perfectly so that the robotic hand will be able to handle delicate operations. I certainly hope this comes with some form of anti-shake technology, in order to have a steady grip on things. The glove comes with a trio of axial magnetic sensors for precise movement. I don't know about you, but having a surgeon operate on me remotely just gives me the jeepers creepers, whether I have been anaesthesized or not as I might not wake up from my induced slumber.