Tesla has unveiled new information about their humanoid robot project – the Tesla Bot or Optimus. The concept of creating a robot that can perform dangerous or monotonous tasks is becoming more realistic with new impressive images of the prototypes being released.
For Tesla’s CEO, Elon Musk, this is more than just a dream; it’s a concrete plan. Last year, Musk introduced the Tesla Bot concept, but during the demonstration, the prototypes could barely move their hands and walk without stumbling. However, Tesla has made significant progress within the last eight months.
At Tesla’s annual shareholders meeting, Musk showcased a new video with several prototypes of the Tesla Bot. The video shows five different Optimus prototypes performing simple tasks such as moving around the company’s office or crossing Tesla’s Cybertruck factory. Although the robots move slowly, their movements are stable, and they have demonstrated an ability to recognize their environment and remember it.
The robots can also perform tasks such as lifting objects and copying people’s movements, which highlights the progress made in the development of the humanoid robot. The Tesla Bot will stand at 1.8m tall, weigh about 57kg, and will be capable of lifting up to 20kg and moving up to 8km/h. The robot’s face will also serve as the screen to display useful information.
Musk assured that the robot would not pose a threat to humans, and people would have control over the robot’s actions during an emergency. Musk also predicts that the demand for such robots can reach between 10-20 billion units globally in the future, and Tesla Bot could make up a large share in the long-term cost of Tesla.
Tesla has plans to launch the first prototype of the Tesla Bot later this year, accompanied by a special demonstration to showcase its capabilities. The release of the Tesla Bot is set to be one of the most exciting events in the tech world, potentially ushering in a new era where robots become part of our daily lives.
Check out the Optimus prototype in action in the video below:
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