Boston Dynamics is retiring Atlas, the famous iconic bipedal robot in existence. This news has sparked considerable interest within both the tech industry and the general public, raising questions about the future trajectory of robotics technology and potential development directions.
As a trailblazer in humanoid robotics, Atlas has achieved global recognition for its remarkable mobility and dynamic balance capabilities, setting numerous milestones along the way.
The retirement of Atlas serves as a microcosm, reflecting the broader development trajectory of the robotics field.
Meanwhile, a bipedal robot with Embodied AI, Mornine, a product of the collaborative efforts between Chery and Aimoga, is poised to make its debut at an upcoming CEO-themed conference.
Mornine is driven by electric motors and runs on battery power, departing from Atlas’ hydraulic system. While it may not match Atlas’s explosive power and performance on tough terrain, Mornine excels in scalability and cost-effectiveness, making it ideal for large-scale production and commercialization. Mornine features a highly biomimetic design, with its face crafted from human-like silicone biomimetic material.
This material is engineered to deliver lifelike visual effects and tactile sensations. Moreover, Mornine can simulate human oral and facial muscle movements, articulating expressions like speaking, smiling, and opening its mouth convincingly.
Mornine is equipped with large language models that, when integrated with robotics technology, allow it to harness the model’s capabilities in understanding and generating language. This capability enables Mornine to accurately interpret verbal or written commands from humans and translate them into specific action strategies.
Mornine’s versatility spans across a wide spectrum of application scenarios, positioning it to pioneer a new customer ecosystem service system.
Its evolution unfolds through three transformative stages, each introducing groundbreaking features and expanding application horizons in response to technological advancements and evolving societal demands.
During the initial stage, Mornine serves as a proficient information provider and product adviser. For instance, within settings like automotive sales centers or showrooms, Mornine leverages its extensive knowledge base to deliver precise responses to customer inquiries and provide detailed product insights and recommendations via voice or screen interfaces.
Advancing into the second stage, Mornine integrates advanced capabilities such as visual recognition and autonomous navigation. It can autonomously navigate and guide customers to specific product locations, utilizing its dexterous robotic arms for physical demonstrations and operations, and even assisting customers with product handling tasks.
In its third and final developmental stage, Mornine evolves into a comprehensive home assistant, offering a myriad of services in home care scenarios.
