Tuning of myoelectric prostheses using fuzzy logic

This contribution concerns the use of a supervisory expert system based on fuzzy logic for the parameter adjusting of myoelectric prostheses. The prosthesis system is an artificial arm produced by INAIL in Vigorso (Bologna, Italy), which is equipped with an on-board actuation system. The expert system guides patients through an interactive session whose aim is to test the prosthesis functionality and, when necessary, to self-adjust the parameters.