technoembodiment
Technoembodiment refers to the experience or process by which technology becomes integrated with the human body and sense of self. It covers how devices, interfaces, and implanted systems extend or modify bodily capabilities, perception, and agency, leading to a new sense of embodiment that blends biological and technological elements.
The concept draws on embodiment theories in philosophy and cognitive science, such as the idea that the
Key mechanisms include neuroprosthetics and brain–computer interfaces that translate neural signals into movement or sensation, sensory
Experiments in rehabilitation and assistive technology show that trained users can integrate artificial limbs or interfaces
Applications span medicine, disability support, and consumer technology, including prosthetics, neural interfaces for paralysis, smart wearables,
Ethical and social considerations include privacy, autonomy, device dependency, access, representation, and the potential for inequality