Cyborg

Cyborg is a term that refers to a being with both organic and biomechatronic body parts. The term was coined in 1960 by Manfred Clynes and Nathan S. Kline.

Definition[edit | edit source]

The term cyborg is not the same as bionic, biomimicry, android or robot. While each of these terms has specific meanings within the field of biotechnology, they are often used interchangeably in popular culture. The term cyborg is often associated with science fiction, but many technologists believe that cyborgs will become a reality in the not-too-distant future.

History[edit | edit source]

The concept of a human-machine mixture has been a persistent theme in science fiction, but the term "cyborg" was not coined until 1960. It was first used in an article by Manfred Clynes and Nathan S. Kline, in reference to their conception of an enhanced human being who could survive in extraterrestrial environments.

In popular culture[edit | edit source]

Cyborgs have become a well-known part of science fiction literature and other media. They are often portrayed as a synthesis of organic and synthetic parts, and frequently pose questions about the difference between humans and machines.

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