Developed by the MIT Media Lab spinoff Augmental, the MouthPad^ is a custom 3D-printed dental retainer worn on the roof of the mouth. It uses a pressure-sensitive trackpad to translate tongue movements and head gestures into precise digital cursor control, clicking, and scrolling via Bluetooth.
How It Works
▫️Custom Fit: Fabricated from an individual 3D dental scan for comfort.
▫️Inputs: Tongue sliding moves the cursor; tongue presses and sip gestures execute clicks.
▫️Connectivity: Pairs via Bluetooth with iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, and Linux.
▫️Battery: Features over seven hours of continuous use.
Goals and Use Cases
▫️Accessibility: Empowers individuals with spinal cord injuries or arm/hand paralysis to navigate devices hands-free.
▫️Productivity: Appeals to "hands-busy" professionals needing alternative control methods.
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