Brain Computer Interfaces: Decoding the Mind and Expanding Human Potential

Book Title: Innovation Interconnected: Exploring the Frontiers of Computing and Communication Technologies

Editors:  Dr. M. Germin Nisha and Mr. Albert Prasanna Kumar

ISBN:  978-81-970102-9-3

Chapter: 9

DOI:  https://doi.org/10.59646/CompComTechC9/119

Authors: Dr. A.M. Anusha Bamini1 and Subhendu Kumar Behera2

1Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences (Deemed to be University), Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India.
2Assistant Professor, Department of Electronics and Telecommunication, DRIEMS University, Cuttack, Odisha, India

Abstract:

This Chapter provides a comprehensive overview of Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs), a revolutionary technology facilitating direct communication between the human brain and computers. It initiates with an examination of traditional human-computer interaction paradigms, setting the stage for the introduction of BCIs and their pivotal role in unlocking the vast potential of the human mind. Delving deeper, the subsequent sections categorize BCIs into invasive, non-invasive, and hybrid types, elucidating their distinctive applications and underlying technologies. In the realm of healthcare, BCIs offer invaluable assistive technology for individuals with paralysis, drive rehabilitation efforts through neurorehabilitation techniques, and empower users to control prosthetics and devices using brain signals. Moreover, the Chapter explores the integration of BCIs into gaming, entertainment, and virtual reality domains, highlighting their capacity to redefine interactive experiences and enhance immersion. Additionally, it addresses the myriad challenges and ethical considerations inherent in BCI development, while also shedding light on emerging trends and forecasting the profound impact of BCIs on augmenting human potential in the future.