Boston Dynamics’ Atlas Is Learning to Work Hard — and It Shows
Boston Dynamics’ Atlas robot is lifting 100-lb loads, running nonstop package tests, and training for factory work. Here’s what it means for industry.
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Boston Dynamics’ Atlas Robot Now Lifts 100-lb Industrial Loads
Boston Dynamics’ Atlas robot can now lift 100-pound industrial loads at scale. Here’s what that means and how the company trained it to do the hard work.