OpenAI, the company that created ChatGPT, plans to undertake an even larger project—the development of robots that resemble humans externally. Special attention is paid not only to these robots' ability to move but also to their capacity to understand their environment and perform tasks.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has hinted at a robot demonstration. This raises questions about the robot's capabilities and its expected arrival timeline.
First demonstration possible in 2027
According to a report, Sam Altman stated that OpenAI could present a demonstration of its humanoid robot in 2027. However, the company has not yet disclosed full information regarding the release date, price, or characteristics of the robot, and this does not mean it will go on sale specifically in 2027.
A natural question arises regarding the necessity of creating humanoid robots, given that machines already exist. Modern homes, offices, and factories are designed with human anatomy in mind. A robot with a structure similar to a human can function more easily in such environments.
However, simply creating a human body is not enough. The robot must possess the ability to analyze what is happening around it and make decisions about subsequent actions.
The robot's brain will be the most important
OpenAI's main strength lies in its artificial intelligence technologies. The company intends to use this technology to give the robot intelligence. For example, if the robot is tasked with picking up an object, it must first recognize the object, understand how to lift it, and then complete the task. Thus, what becomes critically important is not just following pre-set commands, but the robot's ability to make decisions based on understanding the current situation.
Competition with Tesla?
OpenAI is not the only company participating in the humanoid robot race. Tesla, led by Elon Musk, is also working on its Optimus robot. Other companies are also advancing this technology.
Currently, complete information about the OpenAI robot is unavailable. It remains to be seen what the company will demonstrate in 2027 and how effectively its robot will be able to operate in the real world.