Atlas Boston Dynamics back from the dead

“Until we meet again, Atlas” was the last message Boston Dynamics Tuesday video which announced the discontinuation of the hydraulic version of its famous bipedal robot.

These words suggested that at some point, perhaps months or years from now, the team would unveil a new robot that would incorporate much of what the team had learned while working on Atlas.

It turns out we only had to wait 24 hours.

On Wednesday, Boston Dynamics released another video (above) showing off the new all-electric version of the Atlas. The company describes the new Atlas as “one of the most advanced humanoid robots ever created,” and after seeing the images, it’s hard to argue with that claim.

He says the new version of Atlas is stronger, more agile and maneuverable, and “capable of moving in ways that exceed human capabilities.”

In an effort to make clear that, like other tech companies, it is truly immersed in artificial intelligence, Boston Dynamics said it has equipped Atlas with new artificial intelligence and machine learning tools such as reinforcement learning and computer vision “to ensure they can perform ” and adapt effectively to complex real-world situations.”

The company also confirmed plans to sell the robot the same way it sold it. point robot to the workplace.

“This journey begins with Hyundai,” Boston Dynamics said on its website. “In addition to investing in us, the Hyundai team is building next-generation automotive manufacturing capabilities and will serve as an ideal test bed for new Atlas applications. “In the coming months and years, we’re excited to show what the world’s most dynamic humanoid robot is truly capable of in the lab, in the factory, and in our lives.”

We only have 25 seconds of video showing the new Atlas, but that’s enough to see that it will give other humanoid robots like Tesla and Apptronik a real run for their money.