Optimus is Tesla’s long-anticipated humanoid robot. First teased in 2021 with a dancer dressed in a bodysuit, the company has made steady advances to realize its humanoid vision. Its current model, Optimus Gen 2, can walk in straight lines, balance on one leg, lift objects, recognize different environments and traverse uneven terrains.
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Product Description
Optimus is Tesla’s long-anticipated humanoid robot. First teased in 2021 with a dancer dressed in a bodysuit, the company has made steady advances to realize its humanoid vision. Its current model, Optimus Gen 2, can walk in straight lines, balance on one leg, lift objects, recognize different environments and traverse uneven terrains. Powering its hardware is a central computer that relies on AI, deep learning and computer vision. While there is no exact release date, Tesla CEO Elon Musk plans to begin production of Optimus units in 2025, contingent on securing a rare earth metals contract with the Chinese government. Ultimately, Musk plans to have millions of units by 2029 operating in Tesla factories.
Mobility & Structure
| Attribute | Value | Description | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Locomotion Type | N/A | Bipedal, wheeled-hybrid, etc. | Defines interaction envelope |
| Degrees of Freedom (DOF) | N/A | # of controllable joints | Directly tied to dexterity & versatility |
| Max Walk Speed | N/A | m/s | Static, dynamic balancing |
Upper Body & Manipulation
| Attribute | Value | Description | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arm DOF | N/A | Each arm's axis count | Higher = more natural movement |
| Hand Dexterity | N/A | Pinch / 3-finger / 5-finger | Newtons |
| Grip Feedback | N/A | Force, pressure, tactile sensors | Enables delicate handling and learning |
Perception
| Attribute | Value | Description | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visual Sensors (Eyes) | N/A | RGB / Depth / IR / LiDAR | Navigation, facial recognition, object tracking |
| Eye DOF / Movement | N/A | Can they move? (Y/N, axis count) | Naturalistic interaction & gaze tracking |
| Audio Sensors (Ears) | N/A | # of mics + array type | Needed for voice commands, sound source localization |
| Face Display / Actuators | N/A | LED screen / moving eyebrows / static | Social communication, emotional response |
| Face Expressiveness | N/A | None / Basic / Realistic | Higher = better interaction in social spaces |
Interfaces
| Attribute | Value | Description | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Voice Recognition | N/A | NLP model + languages supported | Enables natural user interaction |
| Speech Output | N/A | TTS engine used + quality level | Critical for public/commercial use |
| Touch UI / Screen | N/A | Present or not | Optional fallback interaction |
| Remote Control | N/A | Web / App / Joystick | Needed for manual override or remote training |
