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technology21 days ago•5 min saved

Hyundai completes Boston Dynamics takeover, setting Atlas on a factory-floor path

Hyundai Motor Group will pay $325 million to buy SoftBank's remaining 9.65% stake in Boston Dynamics, gaining full ownership and signaling a shift from demos to production. Atlas is slated to begin in Hyundai's Georgia Metaplant by 2028 with sequencing tasks first, expanding to heavier automation by 2030, aided by Hyundai Mobis components; SoftBank pivots toward AI infrastructure via Roze AI, while Boston Dynamics becomes a manufacturing platform within Hyundai's ecosystem.

via Startup Fortune|

#atlas #boston-dynamics #hyundai

technology5 months ago•12 min saved

Atlas Cartwheel Backflip Signals Progress Toward Enterprise-Ready Humanoid

Boston Dynamics' Atlas pulls off a backflip from a cartwheel, recovering balance after an earlier failed attempt that cost it a hand. The video also shows a more natural walking gait and an enterprise-edition variant, underscoring ongoing progress and the tradeoffs between agility and crashes in humanoid robotics.

via Notebookcheck|

#atlas #backflip #boston-dynamics

technology6 months ago•6 min saved

Hyundai and Boston Dynamics Lead AI Robotics Innovation at CES 2026

Hyundai Motor Group announced at CES 2026 its plan to lead the AI Robotics industry by leveraging its global manufacturing capabilities and partnerships, especially with Boston Dynamics, to develop and deploy human-centered robots across various sectors, including automotive, logistics, and construction, emphasizing real-world application, continuous training, and collaboration with AI leaders like Google DeepMind.

via hyundai.com|

#ai-robotics #boston-dynamics #human-centered-robotics

technology6 months ago•3 min saved

Hyundai and Boston Dynamics Lead the Charge in Humanoid Robot Factory Innovation

Hyundai, owning Boston Dynamics, is making significant strides in humanoid robotics, challenging Tesla's ambitious robot plans and shifting the narrative around robot dominance from Tesla to Hyundai/Boston Dynamics, with Hyundai emphasizing practical, manufacturing-ready robots and Tesla's Optimus still in development.

via Gizmodo|

#boston-dynamics #elon-musk #hyundai

business6 months ago•2 min saved

Hyundai and Boston Dynamics Advance Humanoid Robots for Factory Automation

Hyundai Motor Group plans to deploy human-like robots, specifically Atlas from Boston Dynamics, across its global factories starting in 2028 to assist workers and handle dangerous tasks, as part of a broader US investment and automation strategy, despite concerns over job security and past controversies at its Georgia plant.

via BBC|

#atlas #boston-dynamics #business

technology6 months ago•3 min saved

Hyundai and Boston Dynamics Accelerate Humanoid Robot Production and Innovation

Hyundai plans to mass-produce 30,000 Atlas humanoid robots annually by 2028 through its Boston Dynamics subsidiary, aiming to deploy them in factories to assist with tasks like assembly and heavy lifting, marking a significant step in AI-driven industrial automation.

via Axios|

#ai-robotics #boston-dynamics #factory-automation

technology6 months ago•3 min saved

Hyundai, Boston Dynamics, and Google Advance Humanoid Robot Production and Automation

Hyundai-owned Boston Dynamics showcased its humanoid robot Atlas at CES, demonstrating its capabilities in a live stage performance and announcing plans to deploy a product version for car assembly by 2028 at Hyundai's Georgia plant, amid growing competition and technological advancements in robotics.

via NBC News|

#atlas-robot #boston-dynamics #ces-2023

technology6 months ago•3 min saved

Hyundai Accelerates Humanoid Robot Production to 30,000 Units by 2028

Hyundai's Boston Dynamics unit announced the development of a new humanoid robot, Atlas, designed for factory work, with plans to mass produce up to 30,000 units annually in the US starting in 2028, aiming to automate repetitive tasks and enhance manufacturing efficiency.

via Bloomberg.com|

#ai-robotics #boston-dynamics #humanoid-robot

technology6 months ago•3 min saved

Boston Dynamics Advances Atlas Robot and AI Factory Integration

Boston Dynamics has significantly upgraded its Atlas humanoid robot, enhancing its range of motion, agility, and manipulation capabilities with new AI-powered features, more flexible joints, and advanced tactile sensors, although widespread deployment and reliability still require time and development.

via CBS News|

#ai-and-machine-learning #atlas-robot #boston-dynamics

technology6 months ago•5 min saved

Boston Dynamics advances Atlas robot for factory automation

Boston Dynamics is developing AI-powered humanoid robots, like Atlas, that learn tasks through machine learning and demonstrations, with potential applications in factory work and beyond, raising both technological and economic implications.

via CBS News|

#ai-training #atlas-robot #boston-dynamics

technology6 months ago•10 min saved

Boston Dynamics Enhances Atlas Robot for Factory Work

Boston Dynamics has developed Atlas, an AI-powered humanoid robot that is now capable of working autonomously in factory settings, learning tasks through machine learning and simulations, and potentially transforming industrial labor with superhuman capabilities, while industry rivals and geopolitical factors influence the race for robotic dominance.

via CBS News|

#ai #atlas #boston-dynamics

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"Unveiling Boston Dynamics' Startling New Humanoid Robot, Atlas"

Boston Dynamics has retired its famous humanoid robot HD Atlas after 11 years and introduced its successor, a new all-electric Atlas with a wider range of motion and the ability to stand up completely from a prone position, albeit in a way that has some people feeling creeped out. The robot's unconventional method of getting up and its non-human-like movements have sparked discussion and even landed it on the subreddit Oddly Terrifying. Despite the unease it may cause, Boston Dynamics' CEO has stated that the explicit intent was for the new Atlas not to be human-like.

via CNET|

#atlas #boston-dynamics #humanoid-robot

technology2 years ago•4 min saved

"Rethinking Humanoid Robots: The Rise of Electric Atlas"

The idea of humanoid robots like Rosey the Robot from The Jetsons may be turning into a nightmare as Boston Dynamics unveils its latest droid, Atlas, designed for commercial use. While robotics have a place in our homes, the question arises whether we need all-capable, human-like bots to handle everyday chores. The author argues for simpler, specialized robots that do one or two related jobs well, emphasizing the potential hazards and complexities of humanoid robots in domestic settings.

via The Verge|

#artificial-intelligence #boston-dynamics #household-appliances

technology2 years ago•3 min saved

"Boston Dynamics Introduces Hairy, Pixar-Lamp-Like Atlas Robot for Real-World Use"

Boston Dynamics unveiled a new version of its Atlas robot with unsettling movements, prompting a suggestion to give the robot hair to make it less creepy. Research on the uncanny valley suggests that adding hair to humanoid robots may not necessarily alleviate discomfort caused by inhuman movements. While some studies show that fur may enhance perceived warmth, others indicate that partially furred robots may have an "uncanine" effect. The suggestion highlights the potential for hair to inspire affinity with robots, but the key to overcoming the uncanny valley lies in addressing inhuman movement rather than appearance.

via The Verge|

#artificial-intelligence #boston-dynamics #humanoid-robots

technology2 years ago•4 min saved

"Revolutionary Humanoid: Boston Dynamics Unveils Fully Electric, Hairy Atlas Robot"

Boston Dynamics has unveiled a new all-electric humanoid robot called Atlas, marking a shift away from the heavy, complicated hydraulics system of its predecessor. The new Atlas features 360° electric joints, allowing for unprecedented and inhuman movements, such as a zero-radius turnaround and deep squats. This advancement in robotics eliminates the need for range-of-motion limits and home positions, making it the "world’s most dynamic humanoid robot" according to Boston Dynamics.

via Ars Technica|

#atlas #boston-dynamics #electric-joints