What YOU Need to Know about Optimus Gen 2: Tesla's Humanoid Robot

Imagine a few years ago, we would never have thought that humanoid robots would be in the headlines of news companies, being able to do things humans can, but today, we live in that unimaginable reality. Scroll to read about this super robot.

Tesla’s CEO Elon Musk has outdone himself by unveiling a robotic invention that has given him a better name. Musk founded two of the biggest companies, Tesla and SpaceX. He has just boosted his popularity by releasing a new phenomenon into the robotic world.

What is Optimus Gen 2?

Little information surrounds the humanoid robot, but here's what we know. The Tesla Bot, also known as Optimus Gen 2, stands out as Tesla's most realistic and modern robot to date. Elon Musk envisions it as a versatile general-purpose robotic humanoid that could serve as a personal assistant for anyone within the next three to five years. This rapid rise in popularity stems from its high demand.

Musk has confirmed the production of 5 or 6 robots and expects to release more in the coming months. These robots, designed to perform specific tasks and maneuvers, mimic human actions through their human-like movement and appearance. They aim to handle repetitive, tedious, and dangerous tasks, alleviating such responsibilities from humans.

Structured to resemble humans with features like arms, legs, hands, feet, body, and neck, the Tesla Bot aims for accuracy and effectiveness. As Tesla continues to pursue technological innovation, it is setting the Optimus Gen 2 to redefine the landscape of personal robotics, offering a glimpse into a future where humanoid assistants seamlessly integrate into our daily lives. Stay tuned for more updates as we expect additional units to roll out, propelling us into a new era of human-robot collaboration.

Humanoid Robot Number Facts:

• It is 5 feet 11 inches tall
• It weighs 121 lbs (22 pounds lighter than the first one)
• Can run at a rate of 5mph (30% more than before)
• Can move its joints 35 degrees in several angles and directions

The humanoid robot can do many tasks and maneuvers, including squatting and picking up an egg, yoga stretches, sorting building blocks by color, and operating physical objects. The robot is still being worked on, but in the future, it may also be able to do many more simple tasks like lifting metal bars, watering plants, carrying heavy boxes, cleaning your house, and washing the dishes. Optimus also has the analytical ability to plan and navigate the world. All of these tasks are things that we, as humans, do in our everyday lives.

Robotic Dexterity: The Key Roles of Hands and Brain:

One of the most extraordinary features of the robot is its hand mechanism. It has great sensing abilities, and the artificial intelligence behind all of that is what makes the design of the robot similar to a human. The robot's hands are made to pick up and put things away neatly and desirably, which means that it needs accuracy. It is very interesting and intriguing to see how the hand and arm design looks up close:

The Optimus’s brain is located in its torso. The brain is a central computer, powered by a battery pack to have enough energy to go through a full day of work. Actuators are an important part of the making of any robot. They are what is needed for the robot to move, using motors. The Tesla Bot has 28 actuators. Sensors are another important part of the making of robots. They are what ensure a gap between the machine and its outside world. Tesla has created its actuators and sensors which is what gives the robot its unique build. This picture displays how intricate the robot looks on the inside:

Tesla even revealed the strength of its actuators on the Tesla Bot by having one of the leg actuators lift a half-ton piano. Tesla has shown us their amazing and robust actuator technology, which is key when attempting something like this.

Elon Musk stated that the Tesla Optimus will even be able to thread a needle in a year, which when you think about all of the hand and brain mechanisms is just incredible!

What to Expect:

Even though there is no confirmed release date for the Tesla Optimus Gen 2, we are all excitedly waiting for its release and awaiting its amazing abilities. What we do know is that the robot will cost $20,000 or less, and will be sold in the coming years.

That being said, as the humanoid robot is boosting its popularity in the robotic world, we can’t wait to see what its future holds for us, and what it can accomplish later on!