Turkish Small and Medium Enterprise Develops Brain-Controlled Robotic Arm
Entrepreneurship in Turkey is rapidly evolving, with young innovators exploring new business ideas and groundbreaking inventions. Three computer engineering graduates from Istanbul Kültür University, Selim Çelik, Erdem Tatlı, and Görkem Sarıgül, have shifted from manufacturing remote-controlled aircraft to developing a revolutionary prosthetic arm. This innovative prosthetic arm, the first of its kind in Turkey, can be controlled by mental commands without the need for surgery.
What sets this prosthetic arm apart is its easy installation process, making it accessible for individuals who have lost their arm from the elbow. By utilizing brain signals captured by an EEG sensor, the robotic arm can interpret and execute commands based on the user’s thoughts. This cutting-edge technology has earned the trio recognition and an award from the Istanbul Electric-Electronic, Machinery, and Informatics Exporters Union (TET).
The success of these young engineers highlights the potential for innovation and advancement in entrepreneurship, paving the way for future groundbreaking developments in the medical sector.
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Sofia Martins graduated from the Technical University of Madrid with a degree in Agronomy, focusing on plant nutrition and soil science. She has a deep interest in sustainable fertilizer management and works to develop eco-friendly solutions that optimize plant growth while minimizing nutrient runoff. Sofia is a dedicated researcher and has published several articles on sustainable plant nutrition practices.