Hyundai Motor Group recently laid out its lofty intentions to create “Atlas,” a humanoid robot for general industrial application. On Monday, the company introduced Atlas at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. They framed their future plans to use the robot in manufacturing. Atlas’s effect on productivity in the factories is tremendous. It works in partnership with human staff and independently operates equipment.
The creation of Atlas, produced by robotics and engineering firm Boston Dynamics, is just another step in Hyundai’s overall scheme to upgrade its factory floors. Task-oriented design The Learning Robot is specifically designed to take on a multitude of tasks. Like every engine, over time, its capabilities will increase and diversify. Hyundai intends to deploy Atlas to a manufacturing facility in Georgia, with operations scheduled to start in 2028.
Hyundai built Atlas to be able to work as a team with humans. This strategy is intended to produce a more efficient work environment, address labor shortages and increase demand for production.
Besides Atlas, the competition in humanoid robotics has been heating up. Tesla, under the direction of CEO Elon Musk, is pouring billions into its own humanoid robot, Optimus. This friendly advance notice foreshadows a growing wave of FoMo with automotive and tech companies. They’re leveraging robotics to become more efficient in manufacturing practices and overall operations.
Hyundai is looking forward to the upcoming launch of Atlas. It’s clear that the company is serious about innovation, and they’re quickly positioning themselves to thrive in a post pandemic future of work. The robot’s gradual introduction into the workforce will provide valuable insights into how humanoid robots can transform traditional manufacturing practices.