The Californian company Figure has unveiled the second generation of its robot, designed for production lines and future use in home environments.
Founded in 2022 by entrepreneur Brett Adcock, Figure has made significant strides in the development of humanoid robots. Recently, the company announced its new F.02 model, which is the result of a complete redesign of both hardware and software.
Figure engineers have enhanced the robot's artificial intelligence systems, computer vision, battery, electronics, sensors, and actuators. One of the key innovations is the integration of microphones and speakers, enabling the F.02 to engage in conversations with people, thanks to specialized AI models developed in collaboration with OpenAI.
The new robot is equipped with six RGB cameras that provide its computer vision system. Two cameras are situated on the robot's animated face, while the others are mounted on its body. This setup allows the F.02 to better navigate its surroundings and make decisions based on visual information.
Compared to the previous model, the F.02 boasts three times the computing power, allowing it to perform complex AI tasks autonomously. The robot's appearance is striking, featuring a fabric covering and internal wiring that give it a stylish look in a “dark metallic” color.
Attention has been paid to the agility of the F.02. The robot's shoulder joints offer a torque of 50 Nm and a range of motion of 148 degrees. The knee and hip joints are even more powerful, providing 150 Nm of torque with ranges of motion of 135 and 195 degrees, respectively.
The new "hand" of the humanoid has 16 degrees of freedom and can lift up to 25 kg. Its design closely resembles that of a human, with four fingers that oppose a thumb, each equipped with an integrated sensor unit and motor. The wrist of the F.02 is designed to accurately replicate the range of motion of a human hand.
Power is supplied by a 2.25 kWh battery located in the torso, which exceeds the previous model's specifications by 50%.
The F.02 is currently undergoing testing at BMW's manufacturing facility in Spartanburg, South Carolina, where it collects data and learns to perform various tasks. Figure aims to create robots that not only enhance productivity and efficiency in manufacturing but also improve the quality of life for people.
Source: TheRobotReport, Newatlas
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