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Wheeled robots already dominate indoor environments. They cost a tiny fraction of what this costs, have better endurance, and are safer.

• vorpalhex 6y ago
  Stairs, debris, uneven walkways. Spot does not fall even in really hazardous environments and I have seen some aggressive torture tests. [Youtube warning] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-PdPtqw78k https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-PdPtqw78k
  • ogre_codes 6y ago
    Much like drones are much better at most outdoor operations, wheeled robots are much better at most indoor operations. Yes, stairs, etc etc... but if a company has a big enough need for investing in robotics, it's likely they will be willing to invest in the infrastructure (ramps, etc) to support those robots. Also, consider for a moment the following from Boston Dynamics: > Spot should always be operated at least two meters away from people That alone eliminates something like 95% of workplaces.
    • jupp0r 6y ago
      > That alone eliminates something like 95% of workplaces. Not currently, as people also operate at least two meters away from people.