Redefining prosthetics

A real juxtaposition in the videos. Aimee Mullins redefines the perception of prosthetics. Dean Kamen (yes, the Segway guy) uses technology to mimic missing arms.

Can technology truly imitate reality, or should it attempt to redefine ‘disability’ by completely altering established aesthetics and creating new advantages and abilities?

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