could not embed this one so head over to http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/video_and_audio/8392111.stm
and here a more detailed report from physorg.com: http://www.physorg.com/news178976346.html
“A group of European scientists said Wednesday they have successfully connected a robotic hand to an amputee, allowing him to feel sensations in the artificial limb and control it with his thoughts.”

“…helps support bodyweight to reduce the load on the user’s* legs while walking, going up and down stairs, and in a semi-crouching position ..”
more

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/merseyside/7595486.stm
http://www.lamachine.co.uk/

I can’t decide if I’m scared or just fascinated.
but watch yourself…

this video can be downloaded at http://www.bostondynamics.com/content/sec.php?section=BigDog