Autonomous Humanoid Robots Showcase Capabilities In Mundane Tasks

Humanoid, a UK-based robotics company, has released a video showcasing their autonomous humanoid robots performing mundane tasks, such as putting olive oil in a bag. The video, which may appear hypnotically slow and mind-bendingly boring, actually highlights the capabilities and limits of these devices when operating autonomously.

The robots in the video are improvising their movements, rather than relying on pre-programmed routines or teleoperation. They work together, with one robot conveying verbal instructions to its counterparts, warehouse robots with wheels. These robots then figure out how to place a glass bottle and a package of cocoa powder in a paper bag, millisecond by millisecond.

While the video may seem amusing, it actually demonstrates a significant achievement in robotics. The robots have been deemed safe enough to work alongside humans, with Humanoid’s lawyers approving a demo where a person stands next to them without teleoperation. This development serves as a reminder that unproven technology, despite big promises from tech leaders, still has a long way to go.

Companies like Hyundai and Tesla are investing heavily in humanoid robots to revolutionize factories, but this video shows that there are still significant challenges to overcome. The information for this article was obtained from Gizmodo.