Ford to begin using bipedal robots for deliveries and warehouse tasks
Ford has recently bought two bipedal robots that can lift 40 pounds each, from Agility Robotics. They are the first company to buy such robots and intend to use them alongside self-driving cars in order to make deliveries. The robots are equipped with advanced navigation and balance software and hardware.
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