Neuroprostheses with stimulation and feedback functions

摘要

An adaptive, sensory-motor encoder equipped with a central control unit (3) for signal processing functions, monitoring functions, checking functions and/or external intervention functions. The encoder includes a group of adaptive spatio-temporal filters for the purpose of converting sensor signals to stimulation pulse sequences. Also specified is a bi-directional interface (2) for coupling the encoder (3) with an implantable microstructure (6,7) for stimulation of nerve glial tissue. Thus, along with control of nerve cells and administration of active substance, monitoring of sensor signals and biophysical parameters of spontaneous activity recorded at the implant site is also possible.