Abstract

Assistive technology control interface theory describes interface activation and interface deactivation as distinct properties of any control interface. Separating control of activation and deactivation allows precise timing of the duration of the activation. Objective. We propose a novel P300 brain–computer interface (BCI) functionality with separate control of the initial activation and the deactivation (hold–release) of a selection. Approach. Using two different layouts and off-line analysis, we tested the accuracy with which subjects could (1) hold their selection and (2) quickly change between selections. Main results. Mean accuracy across all subjects for the hold–release algorithm was 85% with one hold–release classification and 100% with two hold–release classifications. Using a layout designed to lower perceptual errors, accuracy increased to a mean of 90% and the time subjects could hold a selection was 40% longer than with the standard layout. Hold–release functionality provides improved response time (6–16 times faster) over the initial P300 BCI selection by allowing the BCI to make hold–release decisions from very few flashes instead of after multiple sequences of flashes. Significance. For the BCI user, hold–release functionality allows for faster, more continuous control with a P300 BCI, creating new options for BCI applications.

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