Boston Dynamics’ Atlas Robot Showcases Advanced Human-Like Movements

The fully electric humanoid robot demonstrates breakdancing, cartwheels, and adaptive mobility using AI and motion capture data.

Boston Dynamics unveiled its latest Atlas robot, showcasing complex movements like breakdancing, cartwheels, and running with lifelike precision.
This iteration of Atlas is fully electric, marking a shift from earlier hydraulic-powered versions, and uses reinforcement learning to adapt and improve its movements.
The robot's advanced capabilities are achieved through a combination of human motion capture data and AI tools, including Nvidia's Jetson Thor and Isaac Lab platforms.
Developed in collaboration with the Robotics and AI Institute, Atlas is designed for real-world applications such as industrial tasks, search-and-rescue operations, and hazardous environments.
The demonstration video has captured widespread public attention, sparking discussions about the future integration of humanoid robots into society and workplaces.