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Babbage: Success of 'disability tech'

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In this special episode of Babbage, we discuss some of the advancements in technology that could change the lives of those living with a disability β€” an app that is helping those who are visually impaired. Also, how the sit-ski has benefited from research in the aerospace and automotive industries. And, can the symptoms of phantom limb syndrome be harnessed to enhance prosthetics? Kenneth Cukier hosts.

 

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