In a recent video released by Figure, a robotics startup, a man asks a humanoid robot what it sees. The robot responds by describing a red apple on a plate in the center of the table, along with a drying rack with cups and a plate, and the man standing nearby with his hand on the table. The man then asks for something to eat, and the robot successfully picks up the apple and hands it to him, explaining its actions as it does so.
This demonstration showcased the robot’s ability to hold spoken conversations, recognize and manipulate objects, solve problems, and explain its actions, causing widespread amazement. Figure is not the only company producing such impressive robots, as there has been a sudden surge in advancements in robot technology. After years of slow progress, robots are now becoming much cleverer.
So what changed to make these advancements possible? It seems that recent breakthroughs in artificial intelligence and machine learning have greatly improved robots’ capabilities. With the ability to process and analyze vast amounts of data quickly, robots can now learn and adapt in real-time, making them more efficient and versatile. As a result, we are now seeing robots that can perform complex tasks that were once thought to be beyond their capabilities.