Elon Musk has introduced Neuralink’s newest breakthrough, the Blindsight device, which he asserts could transform vision restoration for people with profound visual impairments.
In a recent update on his X page, Musk shared intriguing insights into the device’s potential. He explained that the Blindsight device is engineered to restore vision even for individuals who have lost both their eyes and optic nerves, provided their visual cortex remains functional.
“For those who have been blind from birth, this technology could provide the gift of sight for the very first time,” Musk wrote.
Musk tempered expectations by noting that the initial visual experience with the device might be low resolution.
“Initially, the vision provided by the Blindsight device will be akin to Atari graphics,” he said. “However, we anticipate that future advancements could enhance this technology to a level that surpasses natural vision.”
In a bold prediction, Musk suggested that the Blindsight device could eventually allow users to perceive wavelengths beyond the visible spectrum.
“The potential is there for users to see in infrared, ultraviolet, or even radar wavelengths, much like Geordi La Forge from ‘Star Trek,’” Musk stated.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recognized the transformative potential of the Blindsight device.
In response to Musk’s announcement, the FDA expressed enthusiasm about the technology.
“Neuralink’s Blindsight device represents a significant leap forward in assistive visual technologies. We look forward to seeing how this innovation can improve the lives of individuals with visual impairments,” said a spokesperson for the FDA.
The Blindsight device’s development has generated significant interest in the scientific and technological communities, marking a potential breakthrough in the quest to restore vision.
Check out Elon’s tweet below:
SOURCE: https://dew360.net
Join our WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VakDz4u9RZATWh53yC1a
