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Using Brain Waves Can Shorten Braking Distance

Posted by timothy on from the using-your-brain-full-stop-can-too dept.

cheros writes "A BBC article reports on work at the Berlin Institute of technology where brainwaves are used to trigger brakes. Apparently this cuts braking distance by more than 3m (10ft), but I have reservations about skull electrodes in any circumstances. I'll stick with radar, thanks."

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  1. Re:Just what we need a high tech system that can f by Cryacin · · Score: 3, Funny

    I need a neuroport like I need a hole in my head!

    umm....
    It IS a hole in your head.

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  2. Re:Cheaper and safer alternative by makubesu · · Score: 3, Funny

    Because the faster I drive, the sooner I get home, and the less time I spend drunk on the road. Come on man, use your reason!

  3. One flaw: by jd2112 · · Score: 3, Funny

    It's derived from experimental Soviet era jet fighter technology, so you have to think 'Stop' in Russian. But I hear Clint Eastwood is getting one installed in his car.

    (If you don't get it search for 'Firefox' on imdb.com)

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