Elon Musk Unveils Tesla's 'Spooky' Humanoid Robot, Boasting Superior Capabilities — While Microsoft and BMW Join Forces to Develop a Competing Robotic Companion.
In a previous communication on X, Elon Musk introduced Tesla Inc.'s humanoid robot, Optimus, emphasizing its potential to "eliminate dangerous, repetitive, boring tasks." Musk envisions a future where robots seamlessly integrate into daily life, assisting with mundane chores such as dishwashing and undertaking hazardous missions. In a message dated January 15, 2023, Musk showcased an upgraded Optimus robot skillfully folding a shirt after retrieving it from a small basket.
Optimus is conceived as a versatile humanoid robot capable of tackling a spectrum of tasks, ranging from everyday chores to intricate and perilous assignments. The objective is to develop a robot that combines high capability with safety and a friendly demeanor for human interaction.
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Tesla, leveraging its expertise in batteries and electric motors, shifts its focus from robot-like cars to humanoid robots. The company utilizes extensive self-driving data to enhance its robotic capabilities. However, scrutiny persists regarding the effectiveness and safety of Autopilot and Full-Self Driving Capability features.
To propel Optimus towards heightened capabilities, Tesla is actively recruiting skilled professionals in motion planning, computer vision, and mechanical engineering to address remaining challenges in robotics.
Elon Musk, during a talk at the National Governors Association 2017 Summer Meeting, discussed the imminent robot revolution, predicting widespread job disruption. Despite acknowledging the potential impact on employment, Musk emphasizes a collaborative future where robots and humans coexist harmoniously, with robots handling routine tasks, enabling humans to focus on more meaningful pursuits.
Optimus Gen 2 represents Musk's latest foray into pushing technological boundaries and reshaping the future. While the project is in its infancy, Musk's history of innovation suggests that Optimus and other AI-powered robots could revolutionize both the job market and daily life.
Recent reports indicate that Microsoft Corp. and OpenAI, creators of ChatGPT, are in negotiations to lead a $500 million funding round for Figure AI, a company pioneering advanced humanoid robots. Figure AI's robot, Figure-01, demonstrated its capabilities by making a cup of coffee on a Keurig machine, learning intricate movements through AI-powered technology after observing humans for approximately 10 hours. The company has garnered attention for its achievements and has formed a partnership with BMW to develop humanoid robots for assembly line tasks, ensuring safe collaboration alongside human workers.
------The article excerpted from Yahoo!finance.
