Neuralink recently shared the progress of their second patient, Alex, who was implanted with Link, the company’s BCI (brain-computer interface) device.
Alex’s Link insertion went smoothly. He was discharged from the hospital a day after Link was implanted. In the first research session, Alex was able to connect Link to his computer and started controlling the cursor with his mind in less than 5 minutes.
“Similar to Noland, Our first participant, Alex broke the previous world record for BCI cursor control with a non-Neurlink device on day one of using Link,” reported Neuralink.
Alex continued testing the capabilities of his Link implant independently by playing the first-person shooter game Counter-Strike 2. He also started learning how to design 3D objects with computer-aided design (CAD) software.
On his second day with Link, Alex used CAD software Fusion 360 to design a custom mount for his Neuralink charger. Alex’s design was 3D-printed and integrated into his setup.
“Taking an idea, putting it as a design, and actually having a physical item as a finished product makes me feel like I’m building things again,” Alex said.
Alex likes building things. He worked as an automotive technician before his spinal injury. Link will enable Alex to continue performing tasks he enjoys.
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