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Explore muscle-computer interfaces for always-available input activation, enabling hands-free interaction. Dive into EMG signals, gesture classification techniques, and ongoing wireless advancements for future innovations. Stay informed on the latest in interactive technology.
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Enabling Always-Available Input with Muscle-Computer Interfaces T. Scott Saponas University of Washington Desney S. Tan Microsoft Research Dan Morris Microsoft Research RavinBalakrishnanUniversity of Toronto Jim Turner Microsoft Corporation James A. LandayUniversity of Washington
“How the computer sees us.” Igoe & O'Sullivan
Hands Busy Physically Active
Muscles Activate via Electrical Signal Electrical Signal can be sensed by Electromyography (EMG)
EMG for Diagnostics, Prosthetics & HCI Jacobsen, et al. “Utah Arm”
EMG for Diagnostics, Prosthetics & HCI Jacobsen, et al. “Utah Arm” Costanza, et al. “Intimate interfaces in action”
EMG for Diagnostics, Prosthetics & HCI Naik, et al. “Hand gestures” Jacobsen, et al. “Utah Arm” Costanza, et al. “Intimate interfaces in action”
EMG for Diagnostics, Prosthetics & HCI Naik, et al. “Hand gestures” Jacobsen, et al. “Utah Arm” Costanza, et al. “Intimate interfaces in action” Wheeler & Jorgensen “Neuroelectric joysticks”
Offline Classification of Finger Gestures on a Surface Saponas, et al. CHI 2008
Real-Time Classification ofFree Space & Hands Busy Gestures Pinch Mug Bag
Bimanual Gesture dominant hand gesture non-dominant hand squeeze +
Gesture Classification Technique • X 6 Sensors 30 millisecond sample labeled training data machine learning • Support Vector • Machine • user specific model
Gesture Classification Technique • X 6 Sensors 30 millisecond sample labeled training data machine learning Features • Support Vector • Machine • Root Mean Square (RMS) • ratios between channels Frequency Energy 10 Hz bands • user specific model • Phase Coherence • ratios between channels
Gesture Classification Technique • X 6 Sensors machine learning 30 millisecond sample • user specific model Features • Root Mean Square (RMS) • ratios between channels • Support Vector • Machine Frequency Energy 10 Hz bands • Phase Coherence • ratios between channels • gesture • classification
12 Person Experiment Pinch Mug Bag
Portable Music Player Menus Some participants navigated menus easily Other participants found interaction difficult
Limitations of Current Technique Works best for SINGLE user SINGLE session Wired Sensors with Gel and Adhesive Sitting or Standing at a Desk in the Lab
Ongoing & Future Work Wireless Armband, Dry Electrodes, Cross-Session Models
Ongoing & Future Work Wireless Armband, Dry Electrodes, Cross-Session Models Walking & Jogging
Ongoing & Future Work Wireless Armband, Dry Electrodes, Cross-Session Models Interactive Tabletops Walking & Jogging
Thanks for Listening Enabling Always-Available Input with Muscle-Computer Interfaces T. Scott Saponas University of Washington Desney S. Tan Microsoft Research Dan Morris Microsoft Research RavinBalakrishnanUniversity of Toronto Jim Turner Microsoft Corporation James A. LandayUniversity of Washington