Abstract
The Thought Translation Device (TTD) is a brain-computer-interface (BCI) which successfully enabled totally paralyzed patients to communicate by using their brain potentials only. An extended version of the TTD has been developed running on any MS-Windows PC and its architecture is described. A variety of filter modules (temporal and spectral filters, classifier, etc.) can be combined in a configurable order for online processing and feedback of physiological data. Statistical analysis methods are implemented for online and offline classification of SCP and spectral EEG data. As many patients suffering from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) in its final stage no longer have the ability to focus on a computer screen, the TTD is now able to present all information necessary for brain-computer communication by voice and sound as well as visually. The TTD is currently used for various studies with paralyzed and comatose patients, patients with epilepsy and children with attention deficit disorders.
Original language | English |
---|---|
Title of host publication | International IEEE/EMBS Conference on Neural Engineering, NER |
Publisher | IEEE Computer Society |
Pages | 603-606 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Volume | 2003-January |
ISBN (Print) | 0780375793 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2003 |
Event | 1st International IEEE EMBS Conference on Neural Engineering - Capri Island, Italy Duration: Mar 20 2003 → Mar 22 2003 |
Other
Other | 1st International IEEE EMBS Conference on Neural Engineering |
---|---|
Country | Italy |
City | Capri Island |
Period | 3/20/03 → 3/22/03 |
Keywords
- Brain computer interfaces
- Computer architecture
- Electroencephalography
- Epilepsy
- Filters
- Neuroscience
- Pediatrics
- Psychology
- Statistical analysis
- Switches
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Artificial Intelligence
- Mechanical Engineering