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Amputation

Dreamland Odyssey - A SciFi adventure

Raghav is diagnosed with a tumor in his right arm. Doctors say the only way is to amputate the arm. While depressed, Raghav realizes his friend Joseph is researching on building a bionic arm. He urges Joseph to build the bionic arm as soon as possible. But Joseph is hesitant to do it as it involves sending signals directly to the brain. After Raghav's surgery is completed, Joseph informs him that his bionic arm was successfully tested on animals, but human trials would take a couple more years. But Raghav couldn't live without his right arm and urges to try the bionic arm on himself. When he connects the bionic arm to his amputated elbow, things start getting really really bad. *** Excerpt from the book; Raghav strapped the bionic arm to his elbow. This time there were many more wires. Five wires connected to the fingers like before and one to the wrist. There were seven more probes that monitored heart rate, blood oxygen, blood pressure, body temperature, and x, y, and z acceleration of the right elbow. Finally, there was one electrode that was to be connected to the brain. But this was not to be attached directly to the brain via the head. Instead, Joseph designed it to be connected to the sensory nerves on the amputated arm that would then take the signal to the brain. This was the part that Joseph feared could go wrong. "For the first test, I will be using a non-contact electrode on your arm. This will pass the signal into the sensory nerve via an electric field through your skin" Joseph then connected the arm to a power supply and turned it on. ***
Arpan0008 · 5.8K Views

The Day That is Yet to Be

Sebastian Clouse, a 23-year-old well-known genius and extraordinaire, grew up in a world of good fortune and raised by his loving mother, Elizabeth Clouse, who was part of his life and never left his side, even during the hardest times. His father, Victor Clouse, who is a world-famous businessman who created a lot of inventions, focused mostly on his work than his own family. Everything Sebastian has ever wanted was achieved by not only hard work, but from his gift. He has an ability called technomancy, which allows him to create and manipulate electronics, devices, and anything robotic with the touch of his hand. Everything and anything that he wanted was given to him by his parents, who loved him so much, but feared him with the same extent. When he was only thirteen, they believed his power would be used to create a world that he alone can control and manipulate whoever he sees as a threat to him and his families’ business. So as a failsafe, his own parents had no choice but to try and limit his powers before it would get out of control. With the most heartbreaking choice they had decided on, it led to the most heartbreaking outcome. One dreadful night and not being able to use his powers, Sebastian was coming home with his mother in their car when a drunk driver crashed into them at an intersection. Sebastian’s arm was severely pinned and had no ways to escape. His mother, with every ounce of will and strength she had left, saved her son but at the cost of her own. The car exploded as Sebastian was being dragged out by nearby pedestrians and was rushed to the hospital. His father, caught up in a meeting was later notified of the tragedy, arrived at the hospital too late. Sebastian, with now an amputated artificial left arm, lost his mother, and now shunned by his father, blames the world of his mother’s death. So, he swears to himself, until the day he dies, to create a world where no one will go through the pain he has experienced….
FatmanForever · 4.1K Views

Their Stories - Year 1

There was a war, a war that destroyed almost everything. The Casters had incantations and spells, but the Norms had weapons and outnumbered the Casters. But as time passed and months of war turned into years, both sides grew weary. Tired of bloodshed and living in fear, they called a truce and decided to coexist, and they did. Compromises were made, and laws were passed to protect those without casting abilities. The Casters had to be marked, and harsh punishments were put on them for using their abilities in unauthorized ways. However, the Casters followed the rules and obeyed the laws, and for hundreds of years, both Casters and Norms lived seamlessly together. Well, almost seamlessly. Whispers spread in the Caster community, complaints about the unfair laws, prejudices, and cruel penalties. The whispers became louder and angrier and the ones stoking the flames were the Draxtons. Considered the strongest, richest, and most powerful of the 'Original Ten' families, the Draxton's had always been in a position of power in the Caster community and were well respected and trusted. So when the head of the family, Fabian Draxton, called for reform and change Casters listened. He talked of equality, stabilization of power, and taking back the pride and strength that The gods themselves gave Casters. Many followed him blindly, and when the time was right, Fabian started his rebellion, but it wasn't what he promised. Ruthless tactics were taken, and the true nature of Fabian came to the surface. Thousands were killed. Any man, woman, or child who spoke against his methods was executed whether they supported him or not. With the support of his brothers, he took everything, dominating, destroying, and controlling until his own people finally took him down. After having his left hand publicly amputated, Fabian was imprisoned for life in a high-security prison while the rest of the world began to recover with the promise of change and equality. Years later, Norms and Casters coexist again, just like before, but the whispers are back as the younger generation of Casters reaches adulthood and sees the same treatment as before. No changes, only broken promises.
CreateLess · 2.6K Views

Indean army

Which are the best books to read about the Indian army or the Indian defence forces? I have come up with a list of 5 books which meant the most to me, from the war-classics to less-known books which deserve the larger audiences. These are my picks, pick yourself a cuppa & enjoy. Black Tornado: The Military Operations of 26/11: Sandeep Unnithan The 26/11 attack on Mumbai shook up the nation like never before. India has always been perceived as a soft state whose response to numerous terrorist attacks have been quite ineffective. After reading this book, if one reflects on the Indian response over the years to the attacks, the picture is even more dismal. This book describes the g There are various books about the Indian defence forces. Some are based on the true story of our brave soldiers. Like, India’s Most Fearless India’s Most Fearless 2 The Brave: Param Vir Chakra Stories Shoot Dive Fly This all books cover the true stories of soldiers from the Army, Navy, and Airforce who appeared in different operations and risk their lives to protect the nation. Some are Non-Fictional books that cover the journey of a soldier’s life very well. This book is my favorite one. It covers the story of one army brat Sidhhant Mishra who lost his father in the war and wants to join the Indian army to fulfill his father’s dream. But his life took him to a different destination. He starts his journey from The National defence academy, Khadakvasla, where he spent six terms each of 6 months duration in rigorous and strenuous training, which mend him from schoolboy to cadet. Then, He joins the Indian Military Academy, Deharadun, where he spent his one-year training and became Lieutenant Sidhhant Mishra. Then, He joins the madras regiment of the Indian army where he falls in love with one of his colleagues. His life was going very well but destiny wants something different from him. One day, He met with an accident in which he got injured very seriously that doctors have to amputate his right arm. After the operation, when he comes to his consciousness and doctors informs him about his accident and right arm, the first thing he speaks is “ Can I have a chocolate milkshake? “. His girlfriend also left him after that. But then, He decided to pursue a management degree. This is what the army teaches you, Shit happens, Life goes on. He appeared in different tests like CAT, GMAT, XAT and got admission to IIM Ahmedabad. Then he got a job in one of the famous M&C companies and spent his further life happily. 2. The Shadow Runner This is also a great book with a suspensive and emotional ending that turns lazy gentlemen cadet of IMA to join Special forces of The Indian army. 3. Boots Belts Berets ( Covers the journey of four cadets in National Defence Academy ) 4. On the Double ( Covers the journey of four cadets in Indian Military Academy ) #2 People in India still havent acquired taste in reading much about the conventional or uncoventional war fare . Though there are a number of books on the wars fought by the Indian Armed forces in contemporary history ie after independence in 1947 , most of them are written by the members of the armed forces themselves, Dont get me wrong but i still feel people need to connect more with the military books highlighting the adversities faced by men in uniform and the grit shown by them in those tough times. Here are some of the many books you may read to get an insight of the various wars fought by our armed forces
Govinda_Official · 4.8K Views
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