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A mind-reading
chip that lets you control a computer by just thinking has been made public at
a conference in China. Named Brain Talker, the chip could be used to control
computers, smart phones and other devices, its creators say. It has been
jointly developed by Tianjin University and China Electronics Corporation.
This kind of
brain-computer interface (接口) is designed to let a person control
a computer, a smartphone or other electronic devices using his/her brainwaves
alone-without needing any forms of verbal orders, movements, or button
pressing. Brain interfaces would not only allow for the faster operation of
various technologies, but also be used to assist people with disabilities, for
example by letting an individual drive an electric wheelchair just by thinking.
"Brain-computer interfaces hold a promising future," said Dong
Ming. "The Brain Talker chip advances brain-computer interface technology,
allowing it to become more portable, wearable and accessible to the general
public.
The brain
decoding (解码) chip works by picking out minor neural (神经)
electrical signals in the brain and rapidly translating them into a form that
the computer can understand. "This brain-computer chip has the ability to
identify minor neural electrical signals and decode their information
efficiently, which can greatly enhance the speed and accuracy of brain-computer
interfaces, " said Dr. Dong.
Recent
technology advances have allowed researchers to develop the Brain Talker chip,
so it is smaller and operates faster, more precisely and with greater
efficiency than existing brain-computer interfaces. Although it is not clear
exactly how the device will be worn, most brain-computer interface devices are
worn on the outside of the body, rather than being fixed directly into the
users' brain. Cheng Longlong, a data scientist, said that the research team
will attempt to improve the performance of the Brain Talker. One day
brain-computer codec chips will contribute to medical treatment, education,
self-discipline, security as well as games and entertainment.
(1)
Why do the creators develop the Brain Talker?
A . To improve the quality of a smartphone
B . To create more efficient electronic devices
C . To make the computer portable and accessible
D . To assist people to faster drive electronic devices
(2)
What does Dr Dong expect of the Brain Talker?
A . It has an uncertain future
B . It can record people's brainwaves
C . It can be widely used by the public
D . It will advance public entertainment
(3)
What is the fourth paragraph mainly about?
A . How the chip controls computer.
B . How the brain works with a computer.
C . How the brain processes information
D . How the chip picks out neural electrical signals.
(4)
What can be inferred from the last paragraph?
A . The chip will be worn inside the users' body
B . It's too challenging to improve the Brain Talk
C . The performance of the Brain Talker is satisfying
D . Some patients will benefit from the Brain Talker
答案: D
C
A
D