Cybathlon: World's first 'bionic Olympics' gears up
From: BBC News - 09/12/2016
By: Melanie Abbott

It's being pitched as a bionic Olympics. Next month, contestants from across
the world using robotic exoskeletons, electronic arms, powered wheelchairs
and other tech will take part in the world's first Cybathlon.

The event near Zurich is intended to highlight how people with physical
disabilities can be helped by novel technological aids in their everyday
activities.

Fifty teams from across the world will take part, including six from the UK.

Events include slicing bread, going upstairs, and putting out the washing.

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Links:
You & Yours - BBC Radio
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b07pd4vr#playt=0h20m34s

Cybathlon Championship for Athletes with Disabilities
http://www.cybathlon.ethz.ch/en