Tesla’s Optimus: The Road to Gen 3 in 2025
Welcome to Auto Intel! In this video, we explore Tesla’s groundbreaking humanoid robot, Optimus, and its evolution towards the highly anticipated Gen 3 model. With Elon Musk’s vision emphasizing the hands as the key to human-like intelligence, Optimus is set to redefine robotics, outpacing competitors like Boston Dynamics or Figure. The current Gen 2 Optimus already features a 22-degree-of-freedom hand, inspired by human anatomy, allowing it to perform complex tasks like folding clothes, catching tennis balls, and assembling parts with precision. Its design uses actuators in the forearm and cable systems mimicking tendons, making it lighter and more efficient. As Tesla continues to innovate, we can expect Gen 3 to push these boundaries even further, potentially introducing even more advanced capabilities and overcoming current production challenges, such as sourcing permanent magnets and integrating sophisticated tactile sensors. Tesla is already testing Optimus in its Fremont factory, with plans to deploy thousands of units by late 2025. Future applications could include home tasks like cooking or elder care, thanks to its evolving tactile sensing capabilities. As we look towards Gen 3, the possibilities for Optimus in both industrial and domestic settings seem limitless. Will Optimus be affordable? Elon Musk suggests a $20,000 price, but production costs may push it closer to $40,000, comparable to a Tesla Model 3. Join us to discover if Optimus can live up to the hype and transform work and daily life, and what the future holds for Gen 3. Share your thoughts in the comments, like, and subscribe for more EV and robotics updates! Chapter: 00:00 – Intro: Welcome to Auto Intel, introducing Tesla’s Optimus and its hand-focused revolution. 02:30 – Features of Current Optimus Hands: 22-degree-of-freedom hands enable tasks like catching balls and folding clothes. 05:30 – Production Challenges and Future Plans: Supply chain issues and tactile sensor integration complicate manufacturing; Tesla aims for 2025 production. 08:30 – Pricing and Affordability: $20,000 target may rise to $40,000 due to production costs. 11:30 – Conclusion and Speculations on Gen 3: Optimus’ potential to transform factories, homes, and human-robot interaction; what Gen 3 might bring. #Tesla #Optimus #OptimusGen3 #AI #Robotics Credit to : Auto Intel
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