Intelligent Systems and Technologies in Rehabilitation Engineering

Intelligent Systems and Technologies in Rehabilitation Engineering
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Publisher : CRC Press
Total Pages : 520
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ISBN-10 : 0849301408
ISBN-13 : 9780849301407
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Book Synopsis Intelligent Systems and Technologies in Rehabilitation Engineering by : Horia-Nicolai L Teodorescu

Download or read book Intelligent Systems and Technologies in Rehabilitation Engineering written by Horia-Nicolai L Teodorescu and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2000-12-26 with total page 520 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Prostheses, assistive systems, and rehabilitation systems are essential to increasing the quality of life for people with disabilities. Research and development over the last decade has resulted in enormous advances toward that goal-none more so than the development of intelligent systems and technologies. In the first truly comprehensive book addressing intelligent technologies for the disabled, top experts from around the world provide an overview of this dynamic, rapidly evolving field. They present state-of-the-art information on the latest, innovative technologies and their applications in various systems designed to better the lives of the disabled. From the underlying principles to the design, practical applications, and assessment of results, Intelligent Systems and Technologies in Rehabilitation Engineering offers broad, pragmatic coverage of the field. It incorporates the most recent advances in sensory and limb prostheses, myoelectric control systems, circulatory systems, assistive technologies, and applications of virtual reality. Rapid progress demands a concerted effort to keep up with the latest developments so they can begin to serve their purpose and improve the lives of the disabled. By incorporating details of the latest and most important advances into one volume, Intelligent Systems and Technologies in Rehabilitation Engineering makes that undertaking essentially effortless.


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