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Humans can accurately sense the position, speed, and torque of their limbs, even with their eyes shut. This sense, known as proprioception,…
Three-dimensional Digital Image Correlation (3D-DIC) is a non-contact optical-numerical technique for evaluating the dynamic mechanica…
Nerve-Muscle Graft Chamber and micro-channel arrays tor interface to peripheral nerves for prosthesis control. This research effort co…
Optogenetic techniques have recently been applied to peripheral nerves as a scientific tool with the translatable goal…
Although there have been great advances in the control of lower extremity prostheses, transitioning between terrains such as ramps or stair…
The human ankle provides a significant amount of net positive work during the stance period of walking, especially at moderate to fast walk…
Recent advances in artificial limbs have resulted in the provision of powered ankle and knee function for lower extremity amputees and powe…
Amputation, muscle weakness, and nerve damage can make it difficult to perform simple daily tasks. In this project, we are developing a mi…
AlterEgo is a non-invasive, wearable, peripheral neural interface that allows humans to converse in natural language with machin…
Acquisition of surface electromyography (sEMG) from a person with an amputated lower extremity (LE) during prosthesis-assisted walking rema…
Human-computer interaction (HCI) has traditionally focused on designing and investigating interfaces that provide explicit visual, auditory…
Developed as part of the Playful Words research project at the MIT Media Lab's Laboratory for Social Machines, Learning Loops aims to make …
City Science researchers are developing a slew of tangible and digital platforms dedicated to solving spatial design and urban planning cha…
Could a social robot collaboratively exchange stories with children as a peer and help improve their linguistic and storytelling skills? We…
Paper Dreams explores how human creativity can be supported by artificial intelligence.Prior research on AI and creativity has primarily fo…
In nature, hair has numerous functions such as providing warmth, adhesion, locomotion, sensing, and a sense of touch, as well as its well-k…
Elowan is a cybernetic lifeform, a plant in direct dialogue with a machine. Using its own internal electrical signals, the plant is interfa…
Most countries are projected to see the number of people ages 65 and older surpass the population under the age of 15 by 2050. The limitati…
A learning framework for secure, decentralized, computationally efficient data and model sharing among multiple robot units installed at m…
We introduce SkinBot: a lightweight robot that moves over the skin's surface with a two-legged suction-based locomotion mechanism and captu…
The vision of pervasive computing is now mainstream. These connected devices permeate every aspect of our lives. Yet, we remain tethered to…
Artificial intelligence (AI) agents in an embodied form, such as Jibo, Amazon Alexa, and Google Home, are increasingly becoming part of our…
The esc-Pod (or Escape Pod) is an exploratory platform for researchers investigating moments of refuge within our bustling work lives…
Object Classification through Scattering Media with Deep LearningA method for classifying objects hidden behind a scattering layer wit…
We present VisualSoundtrack, a system designed as a tool for soundtrack composers to experiment with original musical content in differin…
Presenting RFind, a new technology that allows us to locate almost any object with extreme accuracy by transforming low-cost, battery-free …
An Urban Decision-Support System Augmented by Artificial IntelligenceThe decision-making process in urban design and urban planning is outd…
The IEEE Standards Association (IEEE-SA) and the MIT Media Lab are joining forces to launch a global Council on Ex…
Embodied voice-based agents, such as Amazon’s Echo, Google Home, and Jibo, are becoming increasingly present in the home environment. For m…
In architecture, the building skin is the primary interface for mediating the environment of the external with the internal. But today, thi…
Realtime detection of social cues in children’s voicesIn everyday conversation, people use what are known as backchannels to signal to some…
The Montessori Method is an educational approach that emphasizes independence and respect for a child's natural development process. Montes…
GUI3D Template is a generic implementation of the GUI components that anyone might want for a 3D simulation in Processing 3. Component…
Developed by Ira Winder with the MIT Centre for Transportation and Logistics, the model seeks to use real population data and create a simu…
Light enables our visual perception. It is the most common medium for displaying digital information. Light regulates our circadian rhythms…
Shape-changing interfaces give physical shape to digital data so that users can feel and manipulate data with their hands and body. Combini…
ShapeBlocks is a play analytics observatory that tracks, remembers, and aids players in building traditional LEGO-style structures. As play…