Technology Snapshot
A concise view of platform maturity and deployment footprint.
Hardware GenerationGen 2
Flagship PlatformOptimus Gen 2
Deployments1,500
Tesla
PublicTesla announced its Optimus humanoid robot in August 2021, leveraging its Full Self-Driving AI stack for perception and control. Gen 2, unveiled in December 2023, is deployed in limited numbers at Tesla factories. External sales are targeted for 2026 at an estimated $30,000 price point.
Founded 2003Undisclosed raised
Humanoid Robots
1 Humanoid RobotIntroduction
Tesla announced its Optimus humanoid robot at AI Day on August 19, 2021. The concept was initially represented by a person in a robot suit, but outlined an ambitious vision for a robot to handle dangerous and repetitive tasks.
Technology
Platform maturity, autonomy stack, and flagship-system specifications in one view.
AI Stack
Capabilities and model layers highlighted by the company.
- Tesla FSD
- Dojo
- PyTorch
Optimus Gen 2 Specs
Published operating specifications for the lead system.
Battery Life8 hours
Payload Capacity20 kg
Speed8 km/h
Degrees of Freedom28
Certifications
Standards and certifications currently associated with the platform.
- ISO 26262
- FMVSS
January 1, 2025ValuationInvestment
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Company Story
Tesla, Inc. is an American electric vehicle and clean energy company founded in 2003, headquartered in Austin, Texas. Beyond its automotive business, Tesla is developing Optimus, a general-purpose humanoid robot leveraging its Full Self-Driving AI stack for perception and control, with CEO Elon Musk stating it has the potential to surpass the vehicle business in value.
History
In September 2022, at Tesla's second AI Day, the company showcased semi-functional prototypes of Optimus, with one version walking on stage. Throughout 2023, videos showed Optimus performing increasingly complex tasks including sorting colored blocks and yoga poses.
In December 2023, Tesla unveiled Optimus Generation 2, featuring a slimmer figure with improved hands, smoother movements, and demonstrations of walking, dancing, and delicate manipulation. By May 2024, Optimus robots were performing tasks at Tesla factories.
At the "We, Robot" event in October 2024, Tesla showcased Optimus interacting autonomously with attendees. In June 2024, Musk announced that Optimus would enter limited production in 2025, with over 1,500 units deployed in Tesla facilities and plans for external sales at an estimated $30,000 price point in 2026.