Enhancing Brain Painting with a Quick Contrast Speller: A Novel BCI Interface for Improved Communication and Creative Expression
摘要
Brain Computer Interfaces (BCIs) are transforming hand-free communication and art production, especially in the case of severe motor impairment. While technologies such as Brain Painting are extremely promising, they are still hampered by slow reaction times, mental workload, and cumbersome hardware settings, which restrict their practicability and usability. This study seeks to make significant contributions towards improving the efficiency, accessibility, and usability of the Brain Painting system. One such contribution is the addition of a Quick Contrast (QC) speller whose role is to prevent eye fatigue and speed up text input. With a circular keyboard interface and prediction text approaches, the role not only speeds up input but also minimizes cognitive load. The EEG setup of the system has also been minimized through fewer electrodes and wireless communication, removing invasive cables to further improve user comfort and mobility. To enable smooth integration into everyday life, the Brain Painting system has been rendered compatible with other assistive communication devices. Motor impaired user trials have been extremely beneficial, e.g., improved information transfer, reduced mental fatigue, and overall greater satisfaction. These results necessitate more research in BCI technology where user input guides the development of more user-oriented and adaptable solutions.