In March, Elon Musk announced the ambitious project to merge humans and machines with the help of brain-computer interface called Neuralink. We are told in detail. The technology will be in the form of input to the brain “neural lace” — from the grid of electrodes which will complement the human brain, will add another layer to the cortex and limbic system, can communicate with the computer (i.e. will make us cyborgs in the literal sense). In theory this will lead to the creation of updated and improved interface that can be used in completely different ways. For example:
To control computers by thought
Brains and technology work using the same vectors: electricity and data. Neural lace Mask will be the system that will provide them with the opportunity to communicate directly among themselves. Philip Alvelda, program Manager for Neural Engineering System Design, reports the following: “the Best of the modern system of brain-computer interfaces similar to two supercomputers that are trying to communicate with the use of the old modem. Imagine what would happen when we improve our tools”. Applications will range from remote operations through technology to a fully intangible and voiceless operations with the computer. Scientists from Korea have already used the NRI to control turtles.
The renewal of consciousness or a relationship with anyone else
The idea of the Mask could simultaneously trigger brain activity and monitor it. This technology does not have to be a one-way stream of communication, she will be able to send messages, and create information in the brain. Interface with high bandwidth can provide a wireless transfer of information in the cloud, on computers or even directly into the brain of others with a similar interface to the head. There is also the possibility of downloading content to expand your mind: about the same as Neo learned kung fu in “the Matrix”. Although initially tested intelligence was not particularly successful, if the brain and the computer will speak the same language, computers can transmit information to the brain. Currently, these technologies are used in order to allow paralyzed people to communicate with the world, but their potential application is not limited.
Bionic limbs that are indistinguishable from the real thing
As part of such bilateral communication flow, robotic limbs can pass the “meaty” messages, being connected to the existing neural structures. Instead of forcing the brain to learn to use a new part of the nervous system, robotic limbs could be quickly and easily integrated into the system. This could revolutionize prosthetic limbs for people with disabilities, and encourage people to get rid of their biological hand in favor of mechanical sverhskorostey. Who knows?
Emotionally competent technology
Because computers and brains will learn to speak the same language, emotions could be read as data by means of electrodes. Perception of technology a person will move from simple awareness to full understanding. Robot assistants will be able to adapt to your emotional state, not just responding. In photography and video will also be embedded with emotional metadata, which means you will be able to feel other people’s feelings while watching.
Adaptable next-gen games
Games have one problem: if they pass again, they quickly get bored; people adapt, improve, limit their software narratives. NCI can improve this situation by making the game responsive to what your brain feels, so they’re always a step ahead and almost limitless. This will be especially applicable in the genre of horror stories, when the enemy appears at the moment when you least expect to meet him.
Of course, these are just a few examples. One thing is clear for sure: the world will never be the same. The only question is, when will this happen?
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Ilya Hel