How Great a Gift is a Wireless Prosthesis?

    Sept. 12, 2014
    From environmentally resilient microprocessor joints to direct nerve controlled robotic limbs, getting our wounded back into the action has never been more possible.

    In order to enable amputees to accomplish tasks that would otherwise be inaccessible to them, several organizations and companies are pouring in their efforts and investments in reinventing prosthesis. From environmentally resilient microprocessor joints to direct nerve controlled robotic limbs, getting our wounded back into the action has never been more possible.

    About the Author

    Jean-Jacques DeLisle

    Jean-Jacques graduated from the Rochester Institute of Technology, where he completed his Master of Science in Electrical Engineering. In his studies, Jean-Jacques focused on Control Systems Design, Mixed-Signal IC Design, and RF Design. His research focus was in smart-sensor platform design for RF connector applications for the telecommunications industry. During his research, Jean-Jacques developed a passion for the field of RF/microwaves and expanded his knowledge by doing R&D for the telecommunications industry.

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