Neuralink, the company owned by renowned entrepreneur Elon Musk, has announced an unprecedented medical achievement. A patient implanted with a brain chip successfully controlled a robotic arm using only their mind.
The company shared a short video on the X platform, showcasing the robotic arm holding a pen and writing the word "Convoy" on a whiteboard. This word reflects the name of Neuralink's study aimed at testing mental control of prosthetic limbs using their N1 brain chip.
Full Arm Control Using the Mind Alone
The video sparked widespread engagement on social media platforms. One user commented:
"I don't think most people realize how significant this is... A Neuralink patient controlling a robotic arm with their mind. No joystick, no muscle sensors... just their thoughts!"
Elon Musk himself responded to the comment, confirming its accuracy with a single word: "Correct."
A New Milestone for Neuralink in Neuro-Control
The video did not reveal the identity of the person controlling the robotic arm. However, according to company reports, brain chips have been implanted in the brains of three human patients so far as part of the study.
The "Convoy" project, first announced in November last year, aims to help individuals with mobility impairments, especially those with quadriplegia, regain control of their limbs through neurotechnology.
Many users expressed their excitement about this breakthrough. One wrote, "As someone with paralysis, I’m overjoyed to see this progress with Neuralink." Another user described the achievement as "an astonishing milestone."
Previous Successes with the Brain Chip
This is not the first major achievement for Neuralink. In March, patient Noland Arbo became the first person to have an N1 chip implanted in his brain. With it, he was able to control a computer mouse cursor using only his thoughts.
Experiments showed that he could play "Mario Kart" and livestream online without any physical controllers, after previously relying on mouth-operated controllers for video games.
What’s Next for Neuralink?
This breakthrough represents a giant leap toward a future where individuals with mobility impairments can control electronic devices and prosthetic limbs with their minds. With ongoing clinical trials, this technology is expected to unlock new possibilities in brain-machine interaction, potentially transforming the lives of millions around the globe.
