Elon Musk`s company, Neuralink Corp, is preparing to launch clinical trials in the U.S. this October to test technology capable of translating human thoughts into text. This information was reported by Bloomberg.
During the study, volunteers experiencing speech impairments will receive special chip implants. These devices, utilizing artificial intelligence, will convert thoughts into electrical signals and transmit them to external gadgets. Neuralink`s President, DJ Seo, highlighted that, in the future, such implants could interpret internal speech even faster than a person can articulate those thoughts.
Neuralink`s technology is designed for patients suffering from neurodegenerative diseases or those who have experienced a stroke. While these individuals retain their cognitive abilities, verbal communication is difficult or impossible due to issues controlling speech-related movements.
Earlier in June, Musk shared previous successes: participants with Neuralink implants have demonstrated the ability to control computers with their minds – typing texts, communicating online, and even playing video games. Furthermore, Musk envisions connecting immobilized patients to Tesla Optimus robots, potentially paving the way for a complete restoration of physical body functions.
