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in the early morning on Wednesday, the 20th of July 2005 by Chad

Not quite as sexy as Steve Austin Bionics are in use already.

Electrician Jesse Sullivan lost both his arms after receiving an electric shock at work, and thought he would never again lead an independent life.

However, scientists at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago attached a unique “bionic” arm to his left shoulder. This artificial arm is directed by his own brain.

Ok, lets see… something pithy to say…
Oh yeah! I want to combine that story with this one!
Remote-Controlled Robotic Hand Performs Breast Exams

A remote-controlled robotic hand will soon enable medical specialists to examine women from anywhere in the world. The robotic hand is controlled from a distance using a haptic glove, in which each finger is connected to a motion-sensing device. The operator’s hand movements are relayed to the robotic hand, which mimics them perfectly.

Developed at Michigan State University, the arm incorporates an ultrasound sensor; three video cameras make sure that the operator can get the best possible view of the procedure.

“Having the capability of ultrasound and palpation simultaneously is a major advantage,” adds Ranjan Mukherjee, another member of the Michigan team. “Often the ultrasound and exam are done separately. But if the physician can look at the image and feel what he or she is seeing, that’s another huge advantage.”
The next step for the teleoperated robotic breast examination system is clinical trials to demonstrate reliability. The device could be commercially available within the next five years.