Atlas Unleashed: Boston Dynamics’ Revolution in Robotics
Meet Atlas: the world's most dynamic humanoid robot, designed by Boston Dynamics for real-world applications
The latest generation of Atlas builds on decades of research, delivering highly capable and practical mobile robots. With an advanced control system and state-of-the-art hardware, Atlas demonstrates remarkable athleticism and agility.
Boston Dynamics leverages Atlas to explore the potential of humanoid robotics, utilizing its entire body to move with grace, speed, and precision. Through Atlas, the company aims to develop the next generation of robots that integrate into daily life, with enhanced mobility, perception, and intelligence.
These are the key improvements of Atlas:
Athletic Intelligence
Integration between perception and control enables the robot to adapt, quite literally, in real-time.
Dynamic Manipulation
Using both hands and its entire range of motion, the humanoid can engage with the world in meaningful and impactful ways.
Real-Time PerceptionÂ
The technologies includes depth sensors to observe its surroundings, creating point clouds that provide detailed information about the environment.
Model-Predictive Control Â
The robot employs dynamic models to anticipate the evolution of its motion over time, allowing for proactive adjustments as necessary.
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