Introducing Figure 02
Figure is the first-of-its-kind AI robotics company bringing a general purpose humanoid to life.
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1x vs Figure: Two different ways of bringing humanoids to market
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1X World model
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They won´t mow your lawn…
Elon Musk’s recent presentation of the Optimus robot highlighted an exciting future where robots handle a wide range of household chores. While the technology isn’t quite ready to take over every home task, the trajectory is clear: humanoid robots are steadily moving towards performing jobs that traditional home devices and robots can’t manage. Companies like…
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The field of robotics and artificial intelligence is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and 1X , the company behind Neo, is at the forefront with its World Model Sampling Challenge. This innovative competition invites AI researchers, developers, and enthusiasts to explore new ways of enabling robots to predict and navigate complex environments without physical trials….
Why aren’t humanoids in our homes yet?
Tesla and others are trying to infuse robots with artificial intelligence, yet their development is dogged by technical and safety challenges. But the dream of a multipurpose domestic droid lives on. In 2013, Boston Dynamics introduced Atlas, a 6ft 2in humanoid robot capable of walking on uneven terrain, jumping, and climbing stairs, signaling a major…
