Humanoid robots will be everywhere in 5-10 years, helping us get our work done!
- Hyundai Motor Group Boston Dynamics:
– Overview: Hyundai Motor Group owns Boston Dynamics, known for creating advanced robots like Atlas and Spot, showcasing remarkable agility and versatility.
– Market Value/Sales: Boston Dynamics has an estimated annual revenue of $190 million
– Top Executive: The individual in charge of Boston Dynamics is Dr. Robert Playter, who serves as the CEO of the company. Dr. Playter has been leading Boston Dynamics since 2019, overseeing the transformation of the company’s robotics research and development into a leading commercial organization, particularly focusing on robots like Spot and Handle. With over 30 years of experience in researching, developing, and commercializing advanced mobile robots.
- Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota Research Institute – TRI):
– Overview: Toyota Motor Corporation’s Toyota Research Institute (TRI) developed the T-HR3 humanoid robot to interact with humans and assist in tasks related to elderly care, healthcare, and manufacturing.
– Market Value/Sales: Private
– Top Executive: Dr. Gill Pratt is a prominent figure in the field of robotics and technology. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy in electrical engineering and computer science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
- Honda Motor Co. Ltd (Honda Research Institute – HRI):
– Overview: Honda Motor Co. Ltd’s Honda Research Institute (HRI) created ASIMO, a renowned humanoid robot known for its advanced mobility and interaction capabilities.
– Market Value/Sales: Private
– Top Executive: Dr. Eric Stevens. Dr. Stevens is a seasoned professional with a strong background in research and development, particularly in the fields of machine learning, computer vision, automated vehicles, robotics, and human-centered intelligence.
- Agility Robotics Inc (Agility Robotics Research and Development):
– Overview: Agility Robotics Inc focuses on developing robots like Digit, a bipedal robot designed for various industries, featuring unique backward-bending legs for enhanced mobility.
– Market Value/Sales: Agility Robotics raised a total of $179.6 million and a current valuation of ~$500M
– Top Executive: Damion Shelton is a multifaceted roboticist with a strong background in building automation solutions. Shelton holds a Ph.D. in Robotics from Carnegie Mellon University
- Tesla:
– Overview: Tesla introduced Optimus, also known as Tesla Bot, marking its entry into humanoid robotics with a vision to revolutionize robotics technology. The Tesla AI division produces Tesla Bot, Autopilot, Neural Networks, Tesla Energy, Factory Automation, and Tesla Computer Vision.
– Market Value/Sales: Private
– Top Executive: Elon Musk is CEO of Tesla CEO and SpaceX in addition to Tesla AI division.
- Figure.ai:
– Overview: Figure.ai is an AI robotics company based in Sunnyvale, California, focused on developing Figure 01, the world’s first commercially viable autonomous humanoid robot for commercial applications.
– Market Value/Sales: A recent funding round raised $675 million, valuing the company at $2.6 billion.
– Top Executive: Brett Adcock, a high-tech entrepreneur and founder/CEO of Figure AI, has a background in building companies at the forefront of emerging markets, such as Archer Aviation in 2018, focusing on electric vertical takeoff, landing aircraft, and going public on the NYSE at a valuation of $2.7 billion.
Credit: Jeffrey Cooper (90%) in collaboration with Perplexity.ai (10%)