Elon Musk recently shared a video on X (formerly Twitter), revealing Tesla’s new humanoid robot, Optimus Gen-2. The video was recorded in a Tesla factory, surrounded by Cybertrucks, and shows significant improvements since the prototype’s debut earlier this year at Tesla AI Day.
The latest version, Optimus Gen-2, is 30% faster and 10 kg lighter than the May prototype, maintaining all its functionalities.
Tesla highlighted advances such as better torque sensing, articulated toe sections, and improved geometry of the human foot. The video demonstrated Optimus Gen-2’s improved balance and full-body control as he performed squats in a gym.
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The robot demonstrated its dexterity by delicately moving eggs from a carton to an egg boiler using its new hands, equipped with touch sensors on all fingers.
BREAKING NEWS: Tesla has presented Optimus Gen 2! • Tesla-designed actuators and sensors • 2-Dof powered neck • Actuators with integrated electronics and harness • 30% walking speed increase • Foot force/torque sensing • 22 lb weight reduction • and more pic.twitter.com/zaXxZwNNWh
– Sawyer Merritt (@SawyerMerritt) December 13, 2023
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What’s new in Optimus Gen-2?
30% faster: Gen-2 is 30% faster than its predecessor, improving efficiency in handling tasks.
More elegant design: The overall design is more refined, with a more elegant and aesthetically pleasing appearance.
Enhanced Dexterity: Enhanced fingers and hands provide greater dexterity and manipulation capabilities.
Advanced Vision System: The Gen-2 features a sophisticated vision system for precise navigation and awareness.
Improved Navigation: Improved sensors and algorithms ensure smoother and more precise movement.
Higher payload capacity: The Gen-2 can carry heavier payloads, expanding its potential applications.
Improved Battery Life: The robot now has a longer battery life, allowing for extended operation without frequent recharging.
In 2022, Tesla revealed a prototype capable of walking and performing basic tasks such as picking up objects. Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, emphasized the importance of this demonstration and stated:
“This is literally the first time the robot works without [a tether] on stage tonight,” Tesla CEO Elon Musk had said at the time while videos of the robot picking up objects and watering plants were shown.. “We didn’t want him to fall on his face,” he added.
During the robot’s initial presentation in 2021, Tesla highlighted that it has a custom Tesla computer chip, which provides processing power for complex tasks.
Like a smartphone, it stays connected via WiFi and LTE, allowing for remote updates and control.
The robot incorporates audio capabilities for clear communication and built-in cybersecurity features ensure the safety of its operations.
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