Abstract
The aim of this study is to present electrooculogram signals that can be used for human computer interface efficiently. Establishing an efficient alternative channel for communication without overt speech and hand movements is important to increase the quality of life for patients suffering from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis or other illnesses that prevent correct limb and facial muscular responses. We have made several experiments to compare the P300-based BCI speller and EOG-based new system. A five-letter word can be written on average in 25 seconds and in 105 seconds with the EEG-based device. Giving message such as “clean-up” could be performed in 3 seconds with the new system. The new system is more efficient than P300-based BCI system in terms of accuracy, speed, applicability, and cost efficiency. Using EOG signals, it is possible to improve the communication abilities of those patients who can move their eyes.
Highlights
An efficient alternative channel for communication without speech and hand movements is important to increase the quality of life for patients suffering from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis or other illnesses that prevent correct limb and facial muscular responses
The area of study related to the Human Computer Interaction and Brain Computer Interface (BCI) is very important in hopes of improving the medium term quality of the life for such patients
The P300-based BCI speller based on the detection of P300 waveforms from the array of 8 electrodes returned
Summary
An efficient alternative channel for communication without speech and hand movements is important to increase the quality of life for patients suffering from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis or other illnesses that prevent correct limb and facial muscular responses In this respect, the area of study related to the Human Computer Interaction and Brain Computer Interface (BCI) is very important in hopes of improving the medium term quality of the life for such patients. Because the EOG signals are slightly different for the each subject, a dynamical threshold algorithm is developed [4] In this approach, the initial threshold is compared with the dynamic range; the threshold value is renewed after each difference. Investigating possibility of usage of the EOG for HCI, a relation between sight angle and EOG is determined [7]
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