Advanced BCI-Controlled Soft Robotic Arm and Glove with Multi-Channel Pneumatic Actuation System

Over 3 billion people globally suffer from nervous system disorders, such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s, and cerebral palsy, leading to motor impairments. Our project focuses on a brain-computer interface (BCI) based robotic rehabilitation using a soft robotic glove and arm. The core innovation is a multi-channel pneumatic actuation system, where air pressure is modulated through precision valves, enabling independent finger movements with a realistic degree of freedom. This system leverages real-time neurofeedback for personalized rehabilitation, promoting neuroplasticity in the cerebral cortex. By integrating this advanced pneumatic control with soft robotics, we aim to provide a cost-effective alternative to conventional methods, particularly benefiting low-income regions like Bangladesh.

Team members: MD. Mountashiour Rahman, Md. Tanvir Ahmed Tonmoy, Nazmul Shahriar, Md. Mashrafi Salim, Arnab Mondal Dhruba, Safwan Bin Mahbub, Md. Jobayer, Md. Mehedi Hasan Shawon, Sumaiya Akter, Tayab Uddin Wara, Dr. Saifur Rahman Sabuj, Dr. Md. Khalilur Rhaman, Dr Md Hasanuzzaman Sagor.