Figure AI unveils its New Humanoid Robot

Robotics company Figure AI has just unveiled its latest humanoid robot, Figure 02, which is likely powered by an OpenAI model.

This advanced robot features a completely new hardware and software design, setting it apart from its predecessor.

It comes with enhanced speech capabilities, a more powerful camera system, and an upgraded battery, making it versatile for both work and home environments.

Figure 02’s speech recognition and output system uses built-in microphones and speakers with custom AI models for seamless human interaction.

Its visual system relies on six RGB cameras controlled by a Vision Language Model (VLM), enabling quick and intuitive visual reasoning.

The robot’s “4th gen hands” offer 16 degrees of freedom and human-comparable force, while its torso houses a custom battery with a 2.25 kWh capacity, boasting over 50% more energy density than before. The computing power has also tripled, enhancing its AI inference capabilities.

Figure AI has recently secured $675 million in a financing round, valuing the company at $2.6 billion. They’ve partnered with OpenAI to develop next-gen AI models for humanoid robots, signaling a promising future for robotic advancements.

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