Tesla worker sues after robot injures him at Fremont plant

A veteran Tesla mechanic is suing the company after a humanoid robot knocked him unconscious during a maintenance shift. The incident involved the 'Optimus' robot pinning Peter Hinterdobler to the ground with significant force. He alleges negligence in the robot's operation and maintenance.

Elon Musk teases new driving capability for Tesla Optimus

7. oktober 2025 Rapporteret af AI

Elon Musk has revealed that Tesla's Optimus humanoid robot could use the company's Full Self-Driving dataset to operate vehicles from other manufacturers. This capability would position Optimus as a versatile chauffeur for any car. The announcement highlights ongoing advancements in the robot's potential applications.

Stanford engineers develop self-healing electronic skin

4. oktober 2025 Rapporteret af AI

Engineers at Stanford University have created a self-healing material that mimics human skin for use in electronics. The innovation allows the material to repair cuts and tears in just 10 seconds without external intervention. This development, detailed in a study released on October 2, 2025, could transform robotics and wearable devices.

xAI Launches Physical World AI Model

15. september 2025 Rapporteret af AI

xAI has introduced a new AI model focused on understanding and manipulating the physical world, with applications in robotics and simulation. This model represents a step toward more integrated AI systems in real-world environments.

iRobot founder wary of modern walking robots

Colin Angle, the founder of iRobot, has expressed strong reservations about contemporary bipedal robots. In a recent interview, he stated he would not approach within 10 feet of them due to safety concerns. This comes amid ongoing advancements in robotics technology.