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Foundation Robotics engineers describe the Phantom humanoid’s actuators. Low backdriving torque, low inertia, and high-bandwidth actuation through cycloidal drive.

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Cornelius Ong1 year ago

Tesla called, they want those actuators. A lot of them. 🤣

UserInterface2 years ago

Unveiling the Future of Prompt Engineering for Better AI Interactions #tech

wwwrobot1 year ago

I really like this robot, I can’t wait to see the integration of the upper and lower half!

Reborn1 year ago

The design is clean and purposeful — love the compact upper body layout and how the arm actuators are integrated without looking bulky.

DarkSamurai X11 year ago

I want to see its evasive reaction to incoming objects. Robots must avoid being damaged.

Future mobility1 year ago

Solid

Phil Trubey1 year ago

I like the idea. These are obviously prototypes not meant for high volume production though. Looks bulky and expensive.

Techraan1 year ago

Is that robot doing 馬步?

Yahana Ashaqua1 year ago

Looks good!

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