In new leap for AI: computer chips that can smell

A technology expert has created a computer chip based on mice neurons that could recognise the smell of explosives. The device could be implanted into the brain of future robots, which could be trained to recognise danger via odours, replacing traditional airport security. The Koniku Kore device is a'world first' that is able to breath in and smell air, meaning it could detect volatile chemicals and explosives or even illnesses such as cancer. The Koniku Kore device is a'world first' that is able to breath in and smell air - meaning it could detect volatile chemicals and explosives or even illnesses such as cancer (stock image) Named the Koniku Kore, the modem-sized device could provide the brain for future robots. Instead of being based on silicon, the Koniku Kore is built using mice neurons.