Hi Zachary,
Welcome to the Apple (user-to-user) Community.
Re " if anyone knows what happed is it the hardware is it the chip inside? "
Rather difficult to know anything like that for sure, with the info. available.
To trouble-shoot :
If you haven't already:
You might want to try the steps in this article from Apple Support:
Learn what to do: If your left or right AirPod isn't working - Apple Support
or
Discussion thread on a similar issue: My left airpod will not work
My left airpod will not work but shows it… - Apple Community
If needed:
Resource:
AirPods User Guide – Apple Support
More Support if needed:
AirPods Support Website:
Find all the topics, resources, and contact options you need for your AirPods....
AirPods Support - Official Apple Support
All the best :-)