Meet your new colleague: Apollo, the humanoid robot

Posted under: AI technologies
Date: 2023-09-06
Meet your new colleague: Apollo, the humanoid robot

Humanoid robots are emerging in warehouses and various industries, promising transformation in eldercare, manufacturing, and more. Apptronik's Apollo, a 5'8", 160-pound, all-electric humanoid robot, can lift 55 pounds and run for four hours on a single charge. Initially, Apollo will handle material handling in the supply chain but aims for broader applications through software updates. Apptronik is moving toward full production by 2024, joining companies like Figure, Agility Robotics, Boston Dynamics, and Tesla in humanoid robot development. Goldman Sachs Research foresees economic viability for humanoid robots in factories by 2025-2028 and consumer applications by 2030-2035, potentially creating a multi-billion-dollar market. Challenges include limited battery life and the need for advanced physical and cognitive capabilities. The human form factor is vital for human-robot collaboration, demanding both physical and cognitive intelligence.

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