In a new video Boston Dynamics’ humanoid robot Atlas works autonomously in the demo space, sorting engine parts between numbered bins. The company claims that Atlas does not need to be operated by humans to function.
According to the video description, Atlas uses machine learning to detect and react to changes in the environment. It also has a “custom hold policy” to help keep objects stable, continuously evaluating the state of what it’s holding. After taking some dumps to move the pieces, Atlas chooses to do the tasks on its own, setting to work without set moves.
Again, it was said that regardless of autonomy requirements, a person receives help from a distance. The Optimus robots were live and when asked, said they were being helped.
The video shows the Atlas engine parts being sorted and moved to designated locations. It works well, carrying them without much discomfort. After placing one part in the bin, the robot repeats the process for the other parts.
Atlas has undergone many changes since its opening in 2013, including until After nearly 11 years of testing. The old Atlas is very different from the current one. Watch the video below to see for yourself.