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Tesla Bot

Short answer: Optimus, also called the Tesla Bot, is a humanoid robot in development at Tesla to handle repetitive or unsafe tasks. Announced in 2021, it was specified at about 5 ft 8 in (173 cm) and 125 pounds (57 kg).

Tesla showed Optimus Gen 2 in December 2023 with faster walking, less weight and more dexterous hands. The footage, credited to Tesla, shows Optimus walking and handling objects.

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What should you know about Tesla Bot?

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  1. Tesla.

    DD-545-F01 · Write-up · Exhibit A (Maker)

  2. 2021.

    DD-545-F02 · Write-up · Exhibit B (Announced)

Video transcript: Tesla Bot: Tesla's Optimus Robot Was Announced in 2021

Did you know Tesla's Optimus, also known as the Tesla Bot, is a humanoid robot designed to handle repetitive or unsafe tasks. Using Tesla's AI and robotics technology first revealed in 2021, the robot stands about 5 foot 8 inches tall, weighs 125 pounds, and is intended to perform basic tasks like lifting, walking, and object manipulation. In 2023, Tesla showcased Optimus Gen 2, featuring better speed, lighter weight, and improved hand dexterity. NOW YOU KNOW!

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The write-up

Tesla's Optimus robot was announced in 2021. Optimus Gen 2 debuted in December 2023.

  1. Exhibit A

    Maker

    Tesla.

  2. Exhibit B

    Announced

    2021.

  3. Exhibit C

    Height

    About 5 ft 8 in.

  4. Exhibit D

    Weight

    125 lb.

  5. Exhibit E

    Gen 2

    December 2023.

Questions people ask about Tesla Bot

Maker?

Optimus.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit A (Maker) · Wikipedia: Optimus (robot)

Announced?

AI Day.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit B (Announced) · Wikipedia: Optimus (robot)

Height?

Human.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit C (Height) · Wikipedia: Optimus (robot)

Gen 2 shown?

Dexterity.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit D (Weight) · Wikipedia: Optimus (robot)

Intended tasks?

Labor.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit E (Gen 2) · Wikipedia: Optimus (robot)

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  1. Maker?

    1. Tesla
    2. Boston Dynamics
    3. Honda
    4. Sony
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    Answer: A. Tesla Optimus. Source: Write-up · Exhibit A (Maker) · Wikipedia: Optimus (robot)

  2. Announced?

    1. 2021
    2. 2015
    3. 2024
    4. 2010
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    Answer: A. 2021 AI Day. Source: Write-up · Exhibit B (Announced) · Wikipedia: Optimus (robot)

  3. Height?

    1. About 5 ft 8 in
    2. 3 ft
    3. 7 ft
    4. 10 ft
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    Answer: A. About 5 ft 8 in Human. Source: Write-up · Exhibit C (Height) · Wikipedia: Optimus (robot)

  4. Gen 2 shown?

    1. 2023
    2. 2019
    3. 2025
    4. 2021
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    Answer: A. 2023 Dexterity. Source: Write-up · Exhibit D (Weight) · Wikipedia: Optimus (robot)

  5. Intended tasks?

    1. Repetitive or unsafe
    2. Surgery
    3. Space travel
    4. Cooking only
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    Answer: A. Repetitive or unsafe Labor. Source: Write-up · Exhibit E (Gen 2) · Wikipedia: Optimus (robot)

Cite this case file

Easterling, Marcus. "Tesla Bot." The Detail Department (DetailEnjoyer), case file DD-545, last updated Apr 16, 2025. https://detailenjoyer.com/case/tesla-bot/

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