Marc Raibert: Boston Dynamics and the Future of Robotics | Lex Fridman Podcast #412

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Published on February 16, 2024 6:45:17 PM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5VnbBCm_ZyQ

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TRANSCRIPT:
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Boston Dynamics AI Institute: https://theaiinstitute.com/
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Boston Dynamics Website: https://bostondynamics.com/

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OUTLINE:
0:00 - Introduction
1:43 - Early robots
6:47 - Legged robots
25:27 - Boston Dynamics
28:45 - BigDog
36:52 - Hydraulic actuation
38:44 - Natural movement
44:31 - Leg Lab
51:23 - AI Institute
54:41 - Athletic intelligence
1:02:35 - Building a team
1:05:37 - Videos
1:13:25 - Engineering
1:16:53 - Dancing robots
1:21:40 - Hiring
1:25:32 - Optimus robot
1:34:02 - Future of robotics
1:38:56 - Advice for young people

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