Boston Dynamics’ robot dog now reads gauges and thermometers with Google's AI
Summary
Boston Dynamics’ robot dog, Spot, can now read analog thermometers and pressure gauges in factories using Google DeepMind’s new AI model called Gemini Robotics-ER 1.6. This model enhances the robot’s ability to understand and interact with physical instruments by improving visual reasoning and safety.Key Facts
- Spot is a four-legged robot used for inspections in industrial settings like factories and warehouses.
- The new AI model, Gemini Robotics-ER 1.6, was released on April 14 by Google DeepMind.
- This model helps robots plan and carry out tasks with high accuracy in reading instruments such as gauges and sight glasses.
- The model uses "agentic vision," combining visual reasoning with coding to analyze images better.
- Agentic vision improves reading accuracy from 23% in the older version to 98% in the new one.
- The model can recognize multiple objects in cluttered images better than earlier versions, reducing errors.
- It includes better safety features, helping robots avoid accidents and follow safety instructions.
- Boston Dynamics is testing these robots in industrial environments including Hyundai Motor Group’s automotive factories.
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