Part 6/14:
Improving Surgical Precision and Device Reliability
A significant focus was on surgical innovations to ensure safety and longevity. Musk’s team plans to refine procedures by maintaining normal CO₂ levels during surgery to prevent air pockets, which previously may have caused threads to shift or damage tissue.
The implant’s placement is strategically near the apex of brain folds, avoiding deep layers of neurons to maximize data collection. The surgical robot can target precise depths, even accommodating brain movement caused by heartbeat and respiration. The electrodes are designed to be flexible and resilient, reducing tissue reaction and ensuring stable long-term data collection.