Boston Dynamics’ Spot robot is taking on a new role at a Michelin tire manufacturing facility in South Carolina. The quadruped robot is being used to scan equipment with a thermal camera, helping to identify potential issues before they cause major problems and improving overall efficiency.
Boston Dynamics and Toyota Research Institute (TRI) have announced a strategic partnership to build general-purpose humanoid robots. This collaboration leverages Boston Dynamics’ advanced electric Atlas robot and TRI’s cutting-edge Large Behavior Models, aiming to create robots capable of performing a wide range of tasks in a human-like manner.
This week in tech saw significant advancements in artificial intelligence and robotics. Boston Dynamics showcased its humanoid robot Atlas performing a workout routine, while Tesla’s AI prowess was highlighted by Elon Musk’s biographer. Broadcom secured major AI contracts, and Amazon revealed substantial cost savings through its AI assistant, Amazon Q. Meanwhile, Nvidia’s stock experienced volatility.
Boston Dynamics’ humanoid robot, Atlas, has returned with a new video showcasing its impressive physical capabilities. The video, which has garnered over 716,000 views on X, features Atlas performing push-ups, leading to discussions about the robot’s hand design. Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, commented on the video, acknowledging the challenges of creating realistic robot hands.
