Google has introduced two new AI models designed for robotics. This helps in expanding its Gemini 2.0 model to cater to the rapidly evolving robotics industry. The launch follows increasing AI advancements that are accelerating the commercialization of robots, particularly in industrial settings.
The first model, Gemini Robotics, is an advanced vision-language-action model that enables robots to perform physical tasks. The second, Gemini Robotics-ER, enhances robots’ spatial understanding and allows developers to integrate custom programs using Gemini 2.0’s reasoning abilities.
Google’s AI models are built for various robot types, including humanoids and industrial machines used in factories and warehouses. These models could help startups lower development costs and bring products to market faster.
The Gemini Robotics model has been tested using data from Google’s bi-arm robotics platform, ALOHA 2, and can be adapted for complex applications, such as Apptronik’s Apollo humanoid robot. Apptronik recently raised $350 million in funding, with Google among the investors.
Google’s latest robotics push comes after its past involvement in the field, including the acquisition of Boston Dynamics in 2013, which it later sold to SoftBank in 2017.
