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In 2025, Tesla is set to launch Optimus Gen 2, a new generation of its humanoid robot prototype. The company first introduced the original Optimus in 2022, which stood at 1.73 meters and weighed 57 kg. While the first model had limited capabilities, Elon Musk, the project’s leader, has announced that the new version will feature improved mobility in the neck and hands, as well as sensors in the fingers for handling delicate objects with varying levels of pressure.
Optimus Gen 2 will also be able to walk 30% faster and have better balance than its predecessor, while weighing only 10 kg less without sacrificing functionality. Currently capable of performing simple factory tasks, Tesla is testing new abilities in the laboratory and predicts that the robot will be able to undertake useful tasks by the end of this year. The company plans to release it to market by 2025. However, Musk has stated that the project’s launch timeline is tentative.
Designed in human form, Optimus integrates cameras for surveillance and a processing system similar to Tesla’s autonomous cars. It features a 2.3 kWh battery, 40 electromechanical joints for enhanced mobility, and the ability to lift up to 75 kg in dead weight. Musk has suggested that the robot could cost around $25,000 and anticipates demand reaching between 10 billion and 20 billion units over time.
Tesla is not alone in its robot development efforts; other companies like Apple, Amazon, and Boston Dynamics are also competing in the humanoid robot market. Apple is exploring domestic robots, Amazon has launched home helper robots, while Boston Dynamics continues to improve its humanoid robot Atlas. As these companies continue to develop their technology and compete for market share, it is an exciting time for robotics and automation technology.
In conclusion, Tesla’s Optimus Gen 2 is set to revolutionize humanoid robotics with its advanced features such as improved mobility and handling of delicate objects with varying levels of pressure. The company plans to release it by end of next year with a price tag around $25K with an estimated demand of between ten billion to twenty billion units over time.
