Opening Up the Online World to People Living With Physical Disabilities

Opening Up the Online World to People Living With Physical Disabilities
Many people play video games—roughly 2.3 billion worldwide. FLORIAN OLIVO/UNSPLASH
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Researchers from the University of Sydney are developing a 3D printed sensor bracelet that could allow individuals living with hand impairment to easily use computers and play video games that require handheld controllers.

People with cerebral palsy and motor neurone disease struggle with hand movement, preventing them from gaming or using computers. However, this new bracelet allows users to engage in such activities using only their fingers.

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