Model train controlled via brain-machine interface

[modelbob]

Hitachi has successfully tested a brain-machine interface that allows users to turn power switches on and off with their mind...

In the experiments, test subjects were able to activate the power switch of a model train by performing mental arithmetic and reciting items from memory.

Full story here:
http://www.pinktentacle.com/2006/11/model-train-controlled-via-brain-machine-interface/

 

[grove den]

2 little guys...

I would like to see what happens when 2 little guys do not agree with each other to which way the train has to go: the right or the left....???? Lol

Jos

 

[Steve B]

Jos there would be a few head on collisions no doubt

 

[grove den]

excuses

Steve B: That is what we liked the most, for 40 years!!!

Modelbob, I hope you don't mind but it was the first thing that came into my mind(= not the same as: brains!?

Jos

 

[jbaakko]

I'd be worried that somehow I'd accidentally tell the $500 Overland brass unit to go as fast as it can...

 

[caellis]

WOW! And to think some people are afraid to convert from DC to DCC!

 

[roundhouse]

To me, this is still in the sci-fi stage of development. What I'd like to know is, when are we going to benefit from micro-miniaturization to the point where our trains are powered by batteries and controlled by radio? Now that would be nice - finally to get away from having to clean track!!!

 

[Lady_Railfan]

Ummm. Frank. You can do that now. The only time I have to clean track is when the neighbor's cat uses the trackbed for a litter box. All you have to do is convert to Large Scale.

NICE Site, by the way!
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ModelBob, that sounds fascinating! Ooooo the possibilities. We could implant chips in spouses that would automate nagging and bring the Honey-Do to a whole new level!