Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, recently showcased the company's latest creation, the Optimus Gen 2 robot, through a captivating video. The robot exhibits a remarkably human-like appearance and is capable of performing a variety of tasks such as squats, boiling eggs, and more.
Introducing the Optimus Gen 2, Tesla's newest robotic innovation, succeeding the previously unveiled Optimus Gen 1 in March. Notably, the advancements made in just a year, especially when compared to the unveiling of Bumblebee in September 2021, signify rapid progress.
For the uninitiated, the Optimus Gen 2 is a product of Tesla's AI and robotics division, adopting an AI-first approach. The company emphasizes that, when combined with inference hardware, this approach is crucial for achieving fully autonomous bipedal robotics, contributing to the development of self-driving capabilities.
TESLA OPTIMUS GEN 2 DANCES LIKE A HUMAN, DOES SQUATS, AND BOILS EGGS
In Elon Musk's shared video, the Optimus Gen 2 demonstrates its enhanced capabilities, executing full-fledged squats with improved balance and comprehensive body control compared to its predecessor, Gen 1. Tesla highlights that the AI-driven robot boasts increased walking speed, torque sensing abilities, and a design mirroring human foot geometry. Furthermore, the Optimus Gen 2 has successfully shed 10kg in total weight compared to the previous generation.
The video progresses to showcase the robot's dexterity as it utilizes its new 11-DoF hands to pick up an egg and carefully place it into a boiling apparatus. To conclude the demonstration, the two Tesla Optimus robots surprise viewers with a display of their dance moves. Notably, the video reveals intricate control over fingers, arms, and the lower body, showcasing a level of detail reminiscent of science fiction.
Imagine a future where a robot adeptly handles tasks like boiling eggs and even engages in entertaining dance routines. While it may seem like a futuristic concept, the tangible progress demonstrated by Tesla's Optimus robots suggests that such possibilities could become a reality in the not-so-distant future.
