Multi-function control system for an artificial upper-extremity prosthesis for above-elbow amputees

摘要: This invention relates to an improved EMG-based method for actuating a prosthetic appliance wherein single pair of electrodes may be used actuate several artificial limb movements by way sampling and repeatedly resampling substantially the entire time function myoelectric signal as it appears on stump over period so short that remains quasi-stationary, comparing minimum number parameters such signals with range values these same stored within data bank microcomputer, one or more functions whenever current sampled all falls preselected domain chosen basis historical data. also encompasses apparatus using EMG developed patient in controlling which comprise means connected process differentiate between various performed thereby based upon said signals, storing concerning vary each function, during brief interval, operative initiate arbitrary