Advances in the development of cyborgs

Abstract

Purpose

This paper reviews current advances in the development of Cyborgs and topics in systems and cybernetics. It includes reviews of: Biocybernetics – new applications of TMS, developments in nanotechnology, Cybernetics and automation reports, and research developments in Europe.

Design/methodology/approach

A general review and survey of selected research and development topics.

Findings

Illustrates the multi‐ and trans‐disciplinary nature of cybernetics and systems and aims to further research and development activity.

Practical implications

The choice of reviews provides an awareness of the current trends in these areas of endeavour.

Originality/value

The reviews are selected from a global database and give a studied assessment of current research and development initiatives.

Citation

Rudall, B.H. (2005), "Advances in the development of cyborgs", Kybernetes, Vol. 34 No. 5, pp. 589-598. https://doi.org/10.1108/03684920510595292