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Dean Kamen previews the prosthetic arm he's developing at the request of the Department of Defense. His quiet commitment to using technology to solve problems -- and respect for the human spirit -- has never been more clear.
About Dean Kamen
Dean Kamen landed in the limelight with the Segway, but he has been innovating since high school, with more than 150 patents under his belt. Recent projects include portable energy and water... Read full bio »
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