When you think of science fiction and what the future may hold for humanity, cyborgs take things one step further than robotics, integrating man and machine for better or worse. While there are plenty of people who worry - perhaps wisely - about approaching a transhumanist era, cyborg technology is already here to stay. Replacement limbs can now be attached with incredibly sensitive reaction times and nuanced interaction with objects, while replacement eyes are being designed which are set to actually improve on our 20/20 vision. While for the most part people who have already had cyborg implants and attachments did so after accidents or to counteract existing defects, it's only a matter of time before perfectly healthy people start saving up to improve and enhance their bodies. Whether it's used to help people who have injured themselves or for less serious applications such as fully integrating wearable tech, man's march towards a world of cyborgs is well and truly underway. Before we know it the fantasy worlds of William Gibson and Ghost In The Shell will be a reality. What other incredible technology can you think of which has the potential to change the future of mankind? Why not let us know in the comments?
