In a recent revelation, Mentee Robotics, co-founded by Mobileye's Amnon Shashua, introduced a pioneering prototype in the humanoid robotics arena. The project, not quite in stealth but only recently drawing significant attention, represents a blend of high aspirations and innovative technology.
The prototype, dubbed "Menteebot," showcases a unique approach to humanoid design, emphasizing sophisticated computer vision and generative AI. This comes after two years of development and positions the robot as a potential game-changer in tasks requiring both complex physical interaction and advanced cognitive abilities.
Menteebot is engineered to bridge the gap between simulation and real-world application, a crucial step for robots intended for general household tasks and industrial use. The robot’s development leverages transformer-based large language models for task execution and dynamic problem-solving, highlighting its ability to adapt and perform tasks it wasn't explicitly trained to do.
With a team that includes Lior Wolf, former Facebook AI Research director, and Shai Shalev-Shwartz, Mobileye CTO, the company has secured $17 million in funding led by Ahren Innovation Capital. Mentee Robotics eyes a broad application spectrum, targeting both the domestic and industrial sectors.
As the company eyes a 2025 launch for a production-ready model, the integration of locomotion and manual dexterity into Menteebot's design suggests a new frontier in the evolution of humanoid robots, one where interaction and adaptability converge.
For more information on this transformative technology, read the full article on TechCrunch.
The prototype, dubbed "Menteebot," showcases a unique approach to humanoid design, emphasizing sophisticated computer vision and generative AI. This comes after two years of development and positions the robot as a potential game-changer in tasks requiring both complex physical interaction and advanced cognitive abilities.
Menteebot is engineered to bridge the gap between simulation and real-world application, a crucial step for robots intended for general household tasks and industrial use. The robot’s development leverages transformer-based large language models for task execution and dynamic problem-solving, highlighting its ability to adapt and perform tasks it wasn't explicitly trained to do.
With a team that includes Lior Wolf, former Facebook AI Research director, and Shai Shalev-Shwartz, Mobileye CTO, the company has secured $17 million in funding led by Ahren Innovation Capital. Mentee Robotics eyes a broad application spectrum, targeting both the domestic and industrial sectors.
As the company eyes a 2025 launch for a production-ready model, the integration of locomotion and manual dexterity into Menteebot's design suggests a new frontier in the evolution of humanoid robots, one where interaction and adaptability converge.
For more information on this transformative technology, read the full article on TechCrunch.
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