A paralyzed person uses a robotic arm to feed herself.The robotic arm interfaces with a computer that analyzes signals from the:

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The motor cortex is responsible for initiating voluntary movements, including arm movements. In a paralyzed person, the neural signals from the motor cortex are disrupted but can still be detected using brain-machine interfaces. Therefore, the computer interface in the robotic arm would analyze signals from the motor cortex to interpret the individual's intended movements.

A Paralyzed Person Uses a Robotic Arm to Feed Herself