OpenAI's Newest AI Humanoid Robot - Figure 02 - Just Stunned the Robotics World!
Summary
TLDRFigure, a tech startup backed by OpenAI, Nvidia, Microsoft, and Jeff Bezos, has unveiled a teaser for their advanced humanoid robot, Figure 02. The robot promises high force exertion and a wide range of motion, aiming to address global labor shortages with applications in warehouses and factories. With the integration of cutting-edge AI and a commitment to safety, Figure 02 is set to revolutionize productivity and workplace safety. Meanwhile, Oxford Dynamics is developing the Strider robot for hazardous environments, already securing a contract with the UK Ministry of Defense. Both companies exemplify the convergence of AI and robotics in transforming industries and saving lives.
Takeaways
- 🤖 A new humanoid robot named Figure 02 has captured the internet's attention, backed by OpenAI, Nvidia, Microsoft, and Jeff Bezos's private fund.
- 🎥 Figure released a teaser video for Figure 02, showcasing robotic joints, limbs, and futuristic flexible mesh designs, hinting at the robot's capabilities.
- 🔢 The video teased technical specifications, including a force exertion of up to 150 Newton Meters and a range of motion (ROM) up to 195°.
- 💡 Figure's founder, Brett Adcock, claims Figure 02 is the most advanced humanoid robot on the planet, a bold statement supported by the company's impressive backing.
- 🚀 Figure was founded in 2022 and quickly gained attention with their first model, Figure 01, aimed at addressing global labor shortages with applications in warehouses, factories, and retail.
- 🔧 Figure 01 was developed in just six months by a team of 40 experts, including robotics expert Dr. Jerry Pratt, with a vision to enhance productivity and workplace safety.
- 🛡️ Figure has committed to never weaponizing their robots, positioning themselves as the 'good guys' in the robotics industry.
- 🤝 Figure has already secured a deal with BMW for manufacturing, indicating that their robots could be seen in action soon.
- 🧠 Figure 01 integrated with OpenAI's GPT-4V model, suggesting that Figure 02 will likely incorporate even newer AI models when it is released.
- 📅 The release of Figure 02 is scheduled for August 6th, 2024, and it is expected to have advanced AI capabilities.
- 🌐 The race for AI-powered humanoid robots is heating up, with Elon Musk predicting a market for over 10 billion humanoid robots and Tesla's Optimus as a competitor to Figure.
Q & A
What is the name of the new humanoid robot that has attracted the internet's attention?
-The new humanoid robot is called Figure 02.
Which companies and individuals are backing the development of Figure 02?
-Figure 02 is backed by OpenAI, Nvidia, Microsoft, and Jeff Bezos's private fund.
What are some key features hinted at in the teaser video for Figure 02?
-The teaser video shows robotic joints, limbs, futuristic flexible mesh designs, and mentions torque ratings up to 150 Newton M and a range of motion up to 195°.
Who is the founder of Figure and what is his background in tech startups?
-Brett Adcock is the founder of Figure. He is known for his involvement in tech startups like Archer Aviation and Vetter.
What was the purpose of Figure's first model, Figure 01, released in March 2023?
-Figure 01 was designed to address global labor shortages by performing jobs that are unsafe or boring for humans, such as in warehouses, factories, and retail.
How long did it take Figure to build their first full-scale humanoid robot?
-It took Figure only 6 months to build their first full-scale humanoid robot.
What is the vision of Figure as a company?
-Figure's vision is to make robots that boost productivity, make workplaces safer, and they have promised not to weaponize these robots.
What is the significance of the deal Figure has with BMW manufacturing?
-The deal with BMW manufacturing suggests that Figure's robots might be seen in action sooner rather than later, indicating a potential for rapid deployment in the industry.
What AI model was Figure 01 integrated with, and what does this imply for Figure 02?
-Figure 01 was integrated with OpenAI's GPT-4V model. This implies that Figure 02 will likely incorporate even newer AI models, enhancing its capabilities.
When is Figure 02 expected to be revealed?
-Figure 02 is expected to be revealed on August 6th, 2024.
What is the name of the robot being developed by Oxford Dynamics, and for what purpose is it designed?
-The robot being developed by Oxford Dynamics is called Strider. It is designed to venture into dangerous environments where chemical, biological, or nuclear threats are present, reducing the risk to human lives.
What type of contract has Oxford Dynamics secured with the UK Ministry of Defense?
-Oxford Dynamics has secured a 1 million pounds contract with the UK Ministry of Defense to design, develop, and supply Strider robots.
What is the primary function of the Strider robot's long multi-jointed arm?
-The long multi-jointed arm of the Strider robot is designed to take readings, collect samples, and retrieve contaminated objects in hazardous environments.
What is the name of the AI software that Oxford Dynamics is planning to integrate into Strider?
-The AI software that Oxford Dynamics is planning to integrate into Strider is called Avis, which stands for A Very Intelligent System.
What is the goal of the Strider project according to Mike尔顿, one of the directors at the company?
-The goal of the Strider project, according to Mike尔顿, is to build hundreds or even thousands of these robots with the aim of making the world a safer place.
How does the UK Department for Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs view the development of Strider?
-The UK Department for Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs views the development of Strider positively, stating that it is great to see these concepts turning into a highly capable and flexible platform.
Outlines
🤖 Introducing Figure 02: The Next-Gen Humanoid Robot
The script introduces Figure 02, a groundbreaking humanoid robot developed by Figure, a company that has quickly gained attention with support from major tech players like OpenAI, Nvidia, Microsoft, and Jeff Bezos's private fund. The teaser video for Figure 02 showcases futuristic design elements and hints at impressive technical specifications, such as a 150 Newton M force rating and a 195° range of motion. Brett Adcock, the founder of Figure, claims it to be the most advanced humanoid robot, a bold statement supported by the company's rapid development since its inception in 2022. Figure aims to address labor shortages with robots capable of performing unsafe or tedious tasks, and they have already secured a deal with BMW. The first model, Figure 01, integrated with OpenAI's advanced GPT 4V model, setting expectations high for Figure 02's AI capabilities when it is fully revealed in August 2024.
🛡️ Oxford Dynamics' Strider: The Robot Designed for Hazardous Environments
The script then shifts focus to Oxford Dynamics and their Strider robot, designed for navigating hazardous environments with potential chemical, biological, or nuclear threats. The UK Ministry of Defense has awarded a £1 million contract to the startup, recognizing the potential of Strider to replace human intervention in dangerous scenarios. The robot features a versatile arm for tasks like collecting samples and a tank-like tread system for rough terrain navigation. The company aims to deliver a highly capable platform by September, with plans to integrate an AI system named Avis, inspired by Iron Man's Jarvis. The technology could extend to submarines and fighter jets, and the ultimate goal is to see Strider making a real difference in saving lives and making the world safer.
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Keywords
💡Figure 02
💡Humanoid Robot
💡OpenAI
💡Nvidia
💡Jeff Bezos
💡ROM (Range of Motion)
💡Brett Adcock
💡Productivity
💡BMW Manufacturing
💡Oxford Dynamics
💡AI Software Integration
Highlights
A new humanoid robot named Figure 02 has gained significant attention on the internet.
Figure 02 is backed by OpenAI, Nvidia, Microsoft, and Jeff Bezos's private fund.
A teaser video for Figure 02 reveals robotic joints, limbs, and futuristic flexible mesh designs.
The robot's specs hint at a torque rating of up to 150 Newton M, indicating its force exertion capabilities.
Figure 02 boasts a range of motion (ROM) up to 195°, a significant achievement in robotics.
Brett Adcock, founder of Figure, claims Figure 02 is the most advanced humanoid robot globally.
Figure Inc. was established in 2022 and quickly gained attention with their first model, Figure 01.
Figure 01 aimed to address global labor shortages by performing unsafe or tedious jobs for humans.
The company built their first full-scale humanoid robot in just 6 months, showcasing their rapid development.
Figure has a team of 40 experts, including Dr. Jerry Pratt, a renowned figure in robotics.
Figure's vision is to make robots that enhance productivity and workplace safety, with a promise not to weaponize them.
Figure has a deal with BMW manufacturing, suggesting the robots could be seen in action soon.
Figure 01 integrated with OpenAI's GPT 4V model, indicating advanced AI capabilities.
Figure 02 is expected to include even newer AI models when it is released on August 6th, 2024.
The market for AI-powered humanoid robots is heating up, with competitors like Tesla's Optimus and Nvidia's project GR00T.
Boston Dynamics is also in the race, upgrading their Atlas model with electric motors for affordability and reliability.
Oxford Dynamics is developing a robot called Strider for hazardous environments, such as chemical, biological, or nuclear threats.
Strider has secured a £1 million contract with the UK Ministry of Defense for design and supply.
Oxford Dynamics plans to integrate AI software named Avis into Strider, inspired by Iron Man's Jarvis.
The goal of Strider is to perform tasks in dangerous scenarios, reducing the risk to human lives.
Oxford Dynamics aims to produce hundreds or thousands of Strider robots for a safer world.
The technology could potentially be adapted for use in submarines or fighter jets in the future.
Both Figure and Oxford Dynamics are pushing the boundaries of AI and robotics, with practical applications in mind.
Transcripts
a brand new humanoid robot called Figure
02 just got the internet's attention it
is backed by open a and some other huge
names in Tech like Nvidia Microsoft and
even Jeff bezos's private fund so yeah
it's pretty big all right so let's get
into it figure the company behind this
robot just dropped a teaser video for
their latest model figure
O2 the video is short like seriously
short but it's packed with some really
interesting details if you look look
closely so let's check out the video
first and then I'll break down
everything you need to know
[Music]
all right so we see some robotic joints
Limbs and these futuristic looking
flexible mesh designs that are probably
part of the robot's body and if you're
into specs they even tease Tor ratings
up to to 150 Newton M to break it down
that's basically a measure of how much
force the robot can exert when it's
moving something there's also something
about a ROM or range of motion up to
195° which is kind of a big deal in the
world of Robotics now Brett Adcock the
founder of figure and this guy is not
new to wildtech startups he's also
behind Archer Aviation and veter posted
on Twitter or X as it's called now that
figure 02 is the most advanced humanoid
Rob OT on the planet bold claim right
but with the backing they've got it's
hard not to take him seriously so let's
rewind a bit figure as a company only
started in 2022 which is like yesterday
in startup terms and they've already got
a lot of people talking they came out of
nowhere in March 2023 with their first
model figure 01 which was aimed at
tackling Global labor shortages the idea
is that these robots can step in to do
jobs that are unsafe or just plain
boring for humans like working in
warehouses factories and Retail and get
this they built their first full-scale
humanoid robot in just 6 months six
months people that's insane they've got
a team of 40 experts including their CTO
Dr Jerry Pratt who's a big name in the
robotics World their vision is pretty
clear make robots that boost
productivity make workplaces safer and
get this they've promised they'll never
weaponize these robots so they're really
going for that good guy angle what's
also cool is they've already in a deal
with BMW manufacturing so we might be
seeing these robots in action sooner
rather than later and to top it off
figure 01 had some impressive
integration with open ai's GPT 4V model
which is like the top-of-the-line AI
Tech right now can you explain why you
did what you just did while you pick up
this trash on it so I gave you the Apple
because it's the only uh edible item I
could provide you with from the
table so you can bet figure zero 2 will
be packing some even newer AI models
when it drops on August 6th
2024 now figure isn't the only one in
the game the race to bring AI powered
humanoid robots into our homes and
workplaces is heating up you've got Elon
Musk out there saying there's going to
be a market for over 10 billion yes
billion with a B humanoid robots he's
working on his own robot Tesla Optimus
which is basically going to be a
competitor to figure and then there's
Nvidia who's been showing off some
pretty wild stuff with their project gr
00t using Apple Vision Pro headsets to
help train AI robots through teley
operators oh and don't forget Boston
Dynamics those guys have been in the
game for a while and they're working on
their own humanoid robot 2 upgrading
their Atlas model with electric motors
to make it cheaper and more
reliable now another really interesting
development in the world of a and
Robotics is coming from a startup called
Oxford Dynamics based in Harwell
Oxfordshire they're working on a robot
called Strider and this thing is
specifically designed to venture into
some of the most dangerous environments
known to man we're talking about places
where chemical biological or even
nuclear threats are present basically
situations where you really wouldn't
want to send a human now Oxford Dynamics
isn't just playing around here they've
already landed a 1 million pounds
contract with the UK Ministry of Defense
mod to design develop and Supply these
robots the idea is instead of risking
human lives why not send in a machine
that can handle the job Mike lton one of
the directors at the company is thinking
big he's talking about building hundreds
maybe even thousands of these Strider
robots in the future all with the goal
of making the world a safer place so
what exactly can Strider do well this
robot is pretty versatile it's got a
long multi-jointed arm that can take
readings collect samples and retrieve
contaminated objects and it moves around
on these tank-like Treads which means
it's built to handle rough unpredictable
terrain think about how tough it would
be for a human in a hazmat suit to
navigate a place like that Strider can
do it without breaking a sweat well if
robots could sweat the company started
working on Strider in November and
they've got until September to deliver
the finished product to the defense
Science and Technology laboratory
they're hoping Strider can be used in
scenarios like the 2018 Nova attack in
Salsbury where dealing with contaminated
objects was a serious challenge this
robot could swoop in grab those
dangerous items and secure them in
sealed containers all while performing
tasks that would be really difficult for
humans but Oxford Dynamics isn't
stopping there they're planning to
integrate their AI software into Strider
and they're calling it Avis which stands
for a very intelligent system that
sounds a bit like Jarvis from Iron Man
You're spoton that's exactly what
inspired them wake up daddy welcome home
sir the possibilities here are endless
sheff Sharma one of the founders even
mentioned that this Tech could be
adapted for use in submarines or fighter
jets in the future for these guys seeing
this technology get into the hands of
people who truly need it is the ultimate
goal said it would be a dream come true
to see Strider out there making a real
difference and it's not just the startup
that's excited you and Davies from defra
the UK department for environment food
and Rural Affairs mention mentioned in a
statement that it's great to see these
Concepts rapidly turning into a highly
capable and flexible platform so just
like figure is pushing the boundaries of
what humanoid robots can do Oxford
Dynamics is showing us how Ai and
Robotics can literally save lives by
stepping into the most hazardous
situations on Earth it's a thrilling
time for technology and it's going to be
fascinating to see how both of these
projects evolve in the near future so
yeah the competition is fierce but with
the kind of of momentum figure has plus
the backing of some of the biggest names
in Tech they seem like they're in a
really strong position to keep pushing
forward I can't wait to see what this
figure 02 is really capable of when it's
fully revealed all right if you're
interested in how Ai and Robotics are
reshaping our world make sure to stick
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