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Robotic Hand for the Future

A Japanese robotics engineer has developed an innovative prosthesis for people missing hands due to an accident, illness or a congenital disability. The robotic hand picks up electrical signals traveling through the muscles, and uses artificial intelligence to move in accordance with the user's wishes. It's lighter and less expensive than conventional prostheses, and efforts are underway to put it into practical use. A smaller version made for a girl born without one hand allows her to perform complicated tasks, demonstrating how the technology can change people's lives.

English
  • Originally Aired March 26, 2019
  • Runtime 30 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-PG
  • Network NHK
  • Created August 23, 2019 by
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  • Modified August 23, 2019 by
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