the fastest reaction time ever recorded by a human was 0.08 seconds, which is equivalent to 80 milliseconds. This record was achieved by the Brazilian Formula One driver, Felipe Massa, during a test conducted by the Italian Formula One team Ferrari in 2008.
Felipe Massa's reaction time was measured using a specialized device called a "BATAK Pro." The BATAK Pro is a training system designed to improve hand-eye coordination and reaction time. It consists of a wall with randomly lit targets that the participant needs to touch as quickly as possible.
In Felipe Massa's case, the BATAK Pro was modified to simulate the starting lights used in Formula One races. As soon as the lights went out, Massa had to react by hitting the corresponding targets on the wall. The system accurately measured the time it took for him to respond.
It's worth noting that reaction times can vary based on the type of stimulus, individual characteristics, and other factors. The 0.08-second record achieved by Felipe Massa was specific to his reaction time in a particular scenario using the BATAK Pro system. Other individuals may have achieved different reaction times in different circumstances.