Optimus Humanoids from Tesla Begin Autonomous Tasks in Factory Setting: Company Announced

Jun 13, 2024 12:01 AM EDT

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A recent post on X highlighted Tesla's accomplishments. Among these achievements since 2018 under Musk's leadership is the deployment of two Optimus Humanoids working autonomously in factory.

Optimus Humanoids in Tesla Factory: Company Revealed

As per Tesla's statement on X, two Optimus humanoid robots are currently autonomously managing various tasks within the factory environment. However, the company has not disclosed the specific nature of these tasks or identified the exact factory locations where the robots are operational.

Electrek's recent coverage delves deeper into this developing narrative. Tesla's communication frequency has notably surged in recent months, predominantly emphasizing Elon Musk's indispensable role as CEO and the pivotal impact he has had on Tesla's trajectory.

The company's official tweet highlights achievements under Musk's leadership post-2018, correlating with shareholder approval of his pay package, which faced subsequent challenges culminating in a judge's decision following allegations of investor misinformation by Tesla's board.

Adding to the discourse, Electrek's coverage stated that Tesla has ramped up the dissemination of content and footage pertaining to Optimus in recent times. However, the latest update indicates that the company continues to train the robots through virtual reality and remote guidance.

These Optimus units exhibit functionality within controlled lab settings, albeit reliant on human direction akin to puppetry techniques.

Upon reaching out to Tesla for validation, Business Insider encountered a delay in response to their inquiry. During Tesla's recent April earnings call, Musk outlined ambitious timelines for Optimus, projecting its functional integration into factory operations by year-end and a potential market release by 2025.

Musk's statements during the call also underscored his belief in Optimus surpassing the significance of Tesla's other endeavors, envisioning limitless economic potential once the humanoid robot achieves sentience.

Robots in Car Industry

Tesla is not the only brand that take car manufacturing a step forward into the future. Tesla revealed its plan to deployed Optus Humanoids aimed to working autonomously in factories. Recently, the news of 2 humanoids seems to deliver Elon Musk promise last April.

According to a recent article on Interesting Engineering, Honda and Hyundai, among other companies, have been delving into the realm of humanoid robotics for an extended period. These companies aim to streamline assembly line processes by utilizing human-like robots to tackle repetitive and hazardous tasks effectively.

Additionally, the piece highlighted BMW Manufacturing's recent collaboration with Figure, a robotics startup renowned for its expertise in humanoid robot technology. This partnership signifies Figure's robots being integrated into BMW's Spartanburg, South Carolina facility, known as the largest automotive exporter in the United States.

Marking a significant milestone for Figure, this marks the inaugural commercial agreement signed by the company since its establishment in 2022. While specific details regarding the quantity of robots to be deployed by BMW remain undisclosed, Figure has indicated that the collaboration will kick off with a limited number of units, with plans for expansion contingent upon the robots' fulfillment of performance benchmarks.

Recently covered by New Atlas, Figure made a swift transition from stealth mode a mere 10 months ago, showcasing remarkable progress in the development of its robotic technology. With functional prototypes operational within a year of inception, the company's accelerated pace of advancement can be attributed to its proficient team.

This rapid evolution stands out in comparison to other notable developments in the robotics industry, including the agile Atlas bot by Boston Dynamics.