Tesla’s humanoid robot Optimus made headlines after an awkward fall during a public demo in Miami. The robot had been handing out bottled water and posing for photos before dropping items and losing balance. Observers noted unusual hand gestures resembling VR headset removal, sparking speculation about remote control rather than full autonomy. Elon Musk has rejected such claims, insisting Optimus runs on AI. Despite skepticism, Tesla highlights progress: a 5’11” frame, 160‑pound build, 40+ degrees of freedom, and a 2.3 kWh battery. The stumble underscores the gap between bold robotics ambitions and the challenges of reliable autonomy.
by rrollins
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