How Does Neuralink Work?

Neuralink works by implanting tiny, flexible electrodes into the brain that can read electrical signals produced by neurons. These electrodes connect to a small device called the N1 chip, which processes up to 10,000 channels of neural data in real-time. The chip translates brain activity, such as thoughts about moving a limb, into digital signals that can control computers, prosthetics, or other devices.

A robotic system implants these electrodes precisely and less invasively than traditional surgery. The device transmits neural data wirelessly to a computer, where artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms decode the signals to understand user intentions.

Neuralink aims to restore control for people with paralysis and eventually enable direct brain-to-computer interaction for various applications.