Hyundai Motor Group announced on the 9th that its robotics subsidiary, Boston Dynamics, has released a video of the artificial intelligence (AI) learning process for the humanoid robot 'All-New Atlas,' set to be deployed to production sites on the 5th (local time).

Boston Dynamics is currently researching AI solutions for robot control. This solution is centered around sequencing technology, which refers to a series of task order arrangements. In particular, the part transfer operations performed by Atlas require distinguishing various types of parts while also recognizing their different weights.

The Boston Dynamics humanoid robot Atlas is enhancing its AI-based learning capabilities ahead of its deployment in the production field this year. /Courtesy of Hyundai Motor.

Boston Dynamics is focused on training Atlas to perform tasks autonomously, based on the shape and location data of the parts it receives. Accordingly, in the video, Atlas can be seen performing sequencing operations without any issues, picking up an engine cover and accurately placing it in the right location based on camera sensors and AI solutions.

In particular, Atlas has the capability to recognize and transport non-standardized parts in dark manufacturing environments, understanding problems that arise and responding appropriately. Boston Dynamics is currently conducting tests with the goal of piloting Atlas at Hyundai Motor Group production sites by the end of this year.

Boston Dynamics showcased a video last November of the new Atlas transferring engine cover parts to a mobile storage unit. At the time, Atlas demonstrated the ability to work like a real person in the factory, illustrating various possibilities for deployment in production sites.

The Boston Dynamics humanoid robot Atlas is enhancing its AI-based learning capabilities ahead of its deployment in the production field this year. /Courtesy of Hyundai Motor.

Zachary Jakkowsky, a chief engineer at Boston Dynamics overseeing robot development, noted, "Deploying Atlas for simple repetitive tasks such as transferring parts could reduce the burden on workers while improving productivity and efficiency," adding, "Based on the manufacturing technology experience of Hyundai Motor Group, even more innovative robotics technologies will be developed."

Meanwhile, Boston Dynamics signed a partnership in February to develop a humanoid robot based on reinforcement learning with the 'Robotics and AI Institute (RAI).'