smartARM: The AI-Powered Bionic Arm
Shaquem Griffin, professional linebacker, and Ammar of Smart Arm discuss how a vision-first bionic arm uses Meta technology to support everyday tasks, alongside Griffin.
In this talk
- 0:00
A homemade start
Griffin reflects on growing up with one hand and his father adapting tools for him, including a device for lifting weights. Because that was his only experience with prosthetics, he did not realize they could also help with ordinary daily tasks.
- 0:34
How Smart Arm works
Ammar introduces Smart Arm as a bionic arm designed for users to put on and use right away. It combines Meta Glasses for environmental context, Dyno to learn new objects from photos taken in the app, and Meta's Wearables Device Access Toolkit.
- 1:28
Trying everyday tasks
Griffin says the arm feels secure despite his initial worry that it might fall, and demonstrates that he can drink with it. He describes using two hands as a confidence boost and says his body feels more balanced.
- 1:49
Beyond exercise
Ammar contrasts exercise-specific prosthetics with Smart Arm's focus on handling varied objects in daily life. Griffin points to shopping with two hands as a meaningful new experience and connects wider access to collaboration and inclusion.
- 2:11
Pairing and access
Ammar says users can get the glasses, pair them with the Smart Arm app, and begin using the system. Griffin says new technology is letting him have experiences he once thought were out of reach.
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