Amazon is reportedly training humanoid robots to deliver packages
a year ago
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- Amazon is developing AI software for humanoid robots to deliver packages.
- Robots will be transported in Rivian electric vans for real-world testing.
- Amazon is constructing a 'humanoid park' in San Francisco for training.
- The facility includes an obstacle course and a Rivian van for training.
- Amazon aims for robots to hitch rides and deliver packages autonomously.
- A new agentic AI team is working on flexible, multi-talented robot assistants.
- Amazon is testing Agility Robotics' 'Digit' and Unitree's $16,000 humanoid robot.
- Amazon acquired Zoox in 2020, indicating a push for full automation in deliveries.