Tesla unveiled Optimus Gen-2, the 2nd generation of the Tesla Bot. This bipedal robot has the ability to walk independently, dance, and manipulate physical objects.

According to Optimus’ official bio, the robot is “a general purpose, bi-pedal, humanoid robot capable of performing tasks that are unsafe, repetitive or boring.”

This latest announcement highlights that Optimus Gen-2 has come a long way from the initial prototypes of Optimus and Bumblebee unveiled at Tesla AI Day 2022. Back then, Optimus couldn’t walk, while Bumblebee could walk and conduct basic tasks like manipulating boxes and watering plants.

The robot is 10 kg (22 lb) lighter, 30% faster, and more capable than previous models. It has tactile sensing on all fingers, foot force/torque sensing, and articulated toe sections.

Optimus Gen 2 has the following capabilities:

Hand dexterity
11 DoF
Tactile sensors
Walking independently
Dancing
Manipulating objects

Source: Tim Keary Technology Specialist checkmark | Techopedia