Exploring Applied Sciences in Embodied Computing Devices

Embarking on a new era, physique-centered computing expands beyond wearables to include implants, bionic technology, and ingestible sensors. These cutting-edge technologies hint at a future where our bodies merge with hybrid technologies, blurring the lines between humans, computers, and artificial intelligence systems. This brings about a shift in how we interact with our environment, offering novel ways for physiological interfacing, embodiment, and enhanced productivity. Coined as "embodied computing," this book features insightful essays by experts across various fields, delving into the ethical, social, and conceptual implications of these advanced devices.

The contributors explore a range of cutting-edge technologies in fields such as health monitoring, neural implants, and innovative input devices like toe-controlled mice. They delve into topics like the societal impact of ingestible technology, the potential of body area networks for transmitting data to the internet, experiments in cyborg technology connecting human brains to computers, the evolution of electronic monitoring devices like ankle bracelets, fashiontech that trades data for a sense of style, and the ethical implications of technologies aiming to access our thoughts. Overall, these essays emphasize the importance of contextualizing embodied technologies within social and political frameworks rather than viewing them in isolation or solely through quantitative measures.

Contributors

Meet the experts in applied sciences and computing: Roba Abbas, Andrew Iliadis, Gary Genosko, Suneel Jethani, Deborah Lupton, Katina Michael, M. G. Michael, Marcel O’Gorman, Maggie Orth, Isabel Pedersen, Christine Perakslis, Kevin Warwick, and Elizabeth Wissinger. This diverse group of scholars explores the intersections of technology and society, delving into topics such as embodied computing, gadgets, and the unique opportunities these advancements afford.