Researchers have developed the MiniTouch prosthetic limb, a groundbreaking innovation that enables wearers to sense temperature and experience warmth, enhancing human connections for amputees.
By transmitting thermal information from the prosthetic fingertip to the wearer’s residual arm, the device allows for accurate differentiation between hot and cold objects.
Unlike previous approaches, MiniTouch integrates seamlessly with commercial prostheses, requiring no surgical intervention. Clinical trials demonstrated its ability to allow users to differentiate between temperatures accurately, showcasing the device’s potential for widespread adoption.