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"A study of advancements in neural technology, what they can do, and where they could lead us. Once the stuff of science fiction, neural prosthetics are now a reality. Research and technology are creating implants that enable the deaf to hear, the blind to see, and the paralyzed to move. Shattered Nerves leads us into a new medical frontier, where sophisticated, state-of-the-art medical devices repair and restore failed sensory and motor systems....
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Some of the greatest inventions that changed the modern world have been based on nature. In Lamprey Eels to Robots, readers will discover how the invention of robots were inspired by the lamprey eels. Book includes table of contents, glossary, index, author biographies, and sidebars. Some of the greatest inventions that changed the modern world have been based on nature. From robots to bullet trains, readers will discover how these inventions were...
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"In this title, readers learn the stories of animals that are both benefitting from and helping out the world of prosthetic science - covering all species, situations, and science backgrounds. From the high-tech science of 3D printing, to inflatables, to toy wheels, this title has it all, including visits with subjects who are accessible for interviews and photography. INSPIRING is a perfect fit for animal lovers and science enthusiasts alike."--
8) Bionic
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A junior in high school, Mira has come back from a car crash with experimental prosthetics and chips that are implanted directly into her brain which has enhanced her hearing, and her athletic abilities--which all seems great until her friends and boyfriend turn against her, she gets cut from the lacrosse team because of her "unfair advantages," and the people in her town start calling her a cyborg; but worst of all she feels emotionally detached...
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Ce livre plonge les lecteurs dans une odyssée captivante à travers les dernières innovations et pratiques avancées qui redéfinissent le paysage de la santé bucco-dentaire. De la révolution numérique en imagerie dentaire à l'émergence de techniques chirurgicales minimales invasives, ce livre offre une exploration complète des technologies de pointe qui propulsent la dentisterie vers de nouveaux sommets.Chaque chapitre, soigneusement articulé,...
11) A study in honor
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Janet Watson chronicles volume 1
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Winner of the Lambda Literary Award in Lesbian Mystery A selection in Parade 's roundup of "25 Hottest Books of Summer 2018" A Paste Magazine's Most Anticipated 25 books of 2018 pick A Medium's Books pick for We Can't Wait to Read in 2018 list Set in a near future Washington, D.C., a clever, incisive, and fresh feminist twist on a classic literary icon -- Sherlock Holmes -- in which Dr. Janet Watson and covert agent Sara Holmes will use espionage,...
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Le Dr Alma Kulenovic pose un regard expert sur les pathologies liées au diabète et livre dans cet ouvrage de nombreux conseils pratiques.
Cela fait longtemps que je travaille tous les jours avec des malades qui souffrent du diabète et de ses complications, notamment des plaies et des amputations.
Le diabète est une maladie chronique devenue une pandémie dans le monde. En France en 2018, le taux de diabétiques traités est de 5 % avec des complications...
16) Wearable robots
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[2017]
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"Describes the invention and development of wearable robots. Explores the technological challenges of development and the advances made. Includes glossary, websites, and bibliography for further reading" --
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2022.
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"David Aguilar was born missing part of one arm, a small detail that seemed to define his life and limit people's ideas of who he was and who he could be. But in this funny and heartfelt memoir, David proves that he can throw out the rulebook and people's expectations and maybe even make a difference in the world-and all with a sense of humor. At only nine years old, David built his first prosthesis from LEGO bricks, and since then he hasn't stopped...
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[2015]
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Widescreen.
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Follows the true story of Winter, the dolphin the movie Dolphin Tale was based on, as she is rescued, loses her tail, and learns to swim without a tail and with a prosthetic tail. Also looks at how the tail research is now helping human amputees, and how Hope, another rescued dolphin, becomes Winter's new friend. Includes footage of the actual rescues and interviews from the Clearwater Marine Aquarium team.
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