Wearable robotic arm responds to human gestures- Science Now

The video discusses three NSF-funded research projects. The first project at Georgia Tech involves a wearable robotic limb that learns human movements and can assist in activities like music and surgery. The second project focuses on beluga whales in the Arctic, revealing their migration and feeding patterns through 15 years of data. The third project examines the impact of climate change on US forests, highlighting increased drought severity and potential future changes. These studies aim to push human limits, understand ecological relationships, and address climate challenges.

What is the primary function of the wearable robotic limb developed by Georgia Tech researchers?

• To enhance human movement and activity

• To detect environmental changes

• To replace human limbs

• To perform complex mathematical calculations

How does the robotic arm decide what to play during the music test?

• By following pre-programmed instructions

• By listening to the music and improvising

• By mimicking the drummer's movements

• By using a remote control

What significant discovery was made about beluga whales' feeding habits?

• They primarily feed on plankton

• They dive to great depths to catch Arctic cod

• They only feed near the surface

• They migrate to warmer waters for food

What is the main concern for US forests according to the NSF-funded study?

• Increased pest infestations

• Increased forest fires

• Increased severity of droughts

• Increased deforestation

Which region's forests are most affected by the changes in climate?

• Both western and eastern US forests

• Only the western US forests

• Only the southern US forests

• Only the eastern US forests