Title of article :
The tongue display unit (TDU) for electrotactile spatiotemporal pattern presentation
Author/Authors :
Kaczmarek, K.A. University of Wisconsin-Madison - Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, USA
Abstract :
The Tongue Display Unit (TDU) is a 144-channel programmable pulse generator that delivers dc-balanced voltage pulses suitable for electrotactile (electrocutaneous) stimulation of the anteriordorsal tongue, through a matrix of surface electrodes. This article reviews the theory of operation and a design overview of the TDU, as well as selected applications. These include sensory substitution, tactile information display and neurorehabilitation via induced neuroplasticity.
Keywords :
Electrotactile , Electrocutaneous , Tactile display , Tongue , Electrode , Sensory substitution , Neuromodulation , Neurorehabilitation , Neuroplasticity , Platform technology.
Journal title :
Scientia Iranica(Transactions B:Mechanical Engineering)
Journal title :
Scientia Iranica(Transactions B:Mechanical Engineering)
