Man Controls Robotic Hand with Mind
From: Discovery News - 06/28/2011

Researchers say this experiment was the first time a patient was able to make
such complex movements in a biomechanical hand.  

Pierpaolo Petruzziello had four miniature electrodes implanted in his
amputated arm, which helped him recognize and control the mechanical hand.
“At a mental level, it’s very stressing,” says Petruzziello.  

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http://www.pddnet.com/video-man-controls-robotic-hand-with-mind-062811

Links:
Controlling An Artificial Hand with Your Thoughts (Video)
http://singularityhub.com/2009/12/10/controlling-an-artificial-hand-with-your-thoughts-video/

Prosthetic Smart Hand Lets Amputee Feel and Move Objects
http://singularityhub.com/2009/10/21/prosthetic-smart-hand-lets-amputee-feel-and-move-objects/