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people who work in robotics, which one do you think is more efficient generally, polyped or biped? (self.technology)
submitted 1 month ago by Live_Let_Live to c/technology
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I believe there's a big gap between flashy robot prototypes and commercially viable products.

Humanoid robots like Optimus often seem more about securing business contracts or generating publicity, while real-world applications usually require specialized, less advanced robots, like one-arm robots or Stretch.

The development of robots like Boston Dynamics' Spot tells us how long it takes to turn prototypes into practical products, and the transition from Handle to Stretch highlights the trade-offs between advanced demos and actual commercial viability.

I think humanoid robots are more of a long-term investment for future use in factories.

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[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 month ago (1 children)

Not sure about it. Think of doors that might be closed or half opened. And if things are over you, it can fall down and hurt you. One of the reasons why drones in warehouses didn’t fly although there was quite a buzz some years ago.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 month ago

I mean track systems like that are going to be made pretty heavy duty and robust. Its why I said it would likely be half the cost. They have to be rated to hold a lot of weight.