Q69. Encephalophone recently in news is related to:
(d) An instrument for the blind people to guide them directions.
Scientists have created Encephalophone, a hands-free musical instrument that allows people to play music with their thoughts.
Encephalophone is based on brain-computer interfaces using an old method, called electroencephalography, which measures electrical signals in the brain.
It collects brain signals through a cap that transforms specific signals into musical notes.
It is coupled with a synthesiser, allowing the user to create music using a wide variety of instrumental sounds.
Significance:
This instrument may be used to rehabilitate patients with motor disabilities such as stroke, spinal cord injury and amputation.