10/20/2008 PERMALINK
Using rat brains to control our electric power grids
Researchers are experimenting with use living neural networks composed of thousands of brain cells from laboratory rats to control simulated electric utility power grids in the lab. "Power systems control is very complex," said Dr. Ganesh Venayagamoorthy. "The brain is really good at handling uncertainties." ... Missouri University of Science and Technology
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