Neuralink 

     Neuralink Corp, an American neurotechnology company, has developed implantable brain-computer interfaces (BCIs). The company was founded by Elon Musk, along with seven other scientists and engineers, on June 21, 2016.These innovative BCIs could potentially treat a wide range of medical conditions, including paralysis, depression, anxiety, and more, by enabling people to control devices with their minds and establishing a direct interface between the brain and computers or machines.

         

        Neuralink's innovative technology entails implanting minuscule electrodes within the brain, enabling the detection and transmission of neural signals. This facilitates individuals to operate devices through mere mental commands, establishing a seamless and direct connection between the human brain and technological devices.

How Neuralink's N1 Implant Works?

                The N1 Implant, developed by Elon Musk's Neuralink, is powered by a tiny, wirelessly rechargeable battery that's seamlessly integrated into the device. This battery can be easily replenished using a compact, portable charger, eliminating the need for cumbersome wires or external connections. Once implanted, the N1 Implant enables users to control technology with their thoughts, thanks to its advanced, low-power processing chips and wireless transmission capabilities. These neural signals are then decoded and translated into digital actions, such as cursor movement on a computer screen, through a dedicated application.

Neuralink's innovative brain chip, called "the Link", leverages a multifaceted approach to capture and interpret neural signals, and transmit information back to the brain:

• Electrode Array: 1,024 micro-electrodes are strategically arranged across 64 ultra-fine threads, each measuring 20 times thinner than a human hair. These threads are carefully designed to minimize tissue damage during and post-implantation.
• Neural Sensors: Sophisticated electrical sensors detect the electrical activity of nearby neurons as they transmit signals.
• On-Chip Processing Unit (OCPU): The OCPU filters out extraneous noise, compresses the signal, and reduces data transmission, thereby minimizing power consumption and heat generation.
• Data Transmission: A sub-scalp router, positioned behind the ear, wirelessly transmits data and power through the skull to the N1 wearable device, worn externally.
• Additionally, Neuralink's technology encompasses a neurosurgical robot for precision implantation and a high-density electronic system for processing neural information. This groundbreaking technology builds upon research conducted at UCSF and UC Berkeley.