Neuralink plans to begin implanting its new chip Blindsight in humans within the next 6 to 12 months. The goal is to restore vision, even in people who have been blind since birth, and enhance it with capabilities such as seeing in infrared or ultraviolet.
The project aims to open the door to a new form of augmented vision that could change human perception as we know it.
What is Blindsight and how does it work?
Blindsight is a brain implant designed by Neuralink to connect the brain's visual cortex directly to a technological interface. This eliminates the need for the optic nerve to function properly.
The idea is to generate a digital image that the brain can interpret, even in people who have never seen. The first version would provide blurry vision, which will be improved over time.
"Like having superpowers"
According to Elon Musk, Blindsight could allow people to see spectrums such as infrared or ultraviolet, creating an unprecedented sensory experience. "It's like having superpowers," he stated in an interview with the media outlet Neo Niche.
