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Mind-Controlled Drones

This Setup Lets Users Control Swarms Of Drones Using Their Mind

— July 20, 2016 — Tech
A group of engineers and researchers working out of Arizona State University have developed a technology that is well and truly out of the future and possibly out of science-fiction novels -- a mind-controlled drone system. This system makes it possible for a pilot to take control of not just one drone but a group of drones both on the ground as well as in the air.

What's great about this particular mind-controlled drone system is that it makes use of existing technology in the form of an EEG skull cap that comes fitted with 128 electrodes. The EEG skullcap detects and records which parts of the brain are active when the wearer is thinking certain thoughts, before analyzing those thoughts and translating them into movement.

This mind-controlled drone system's most obvious application is in the military sector, as it will make it easier than ever for soldiers to engage targets from a safe distance.


Trend Themes
1. Mind-controlled Drones - Mind-controlled drones and swarms are a new technology that can revolutionize the future for military and emergency services.
2. Neuro-technology - Advancements in neuroscience have begun to result in revolutionary technologies like EEG skull caps that detect and record active parts of the brain, opening up a whole new world of possibilities.
3. Drone Swarms - Developing a drone swarm system that can be controlled by the human mind is a significant breakthrough in the field of autonomous AI and has promising applications in industries such as logistics, delivery and surveillance.
Industry Implications
1. Military Industry - The technology behind mind-controlled drones can be effectively used for military purposes like reconnaissance and surveillance.
2. Emergency Services Industry - This new tech holds vast potential for emergency first responders in search and rescue missions where drones can quickly scan vast areas.
3. Logistics Industry - Mind-controlled drone systems has the potential to be a game-changer for logistics and parcel delivery, making it faster and more efficient.
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