Results from a recent experiment have demonstrated that special brain-machine interfaces, when used in addition to exoskeletons and virtual reality, could very well help paralyzed patients regain movement after spinal cord injuries. In short, virtual...
Aside from allocating designated handicapped spots, not much has been done for handicapped people, transportation wise. The Audric changes that, and in a pretty massive way too. Designed as the first and only vehicle made for victims of paralysis, the Audric translates brain-signals into commands that operate the automobile. It also uses facial gestures and movements as cues for a more precise drive.
The cars exteriors are inspired by human muscles. Its organic, sinewy form complements its purpose, in a poetic sense. Adding functionality to visual poetry, the car’s doors have been re-positioned to the rear. This allows the driver to easily wheel in and out of the car. I wonder what would be the case if the car were parallel parked!
Designer: Rajshekhar Dass
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