Unbelievable AI Robots Can Now Pack Your Suitcase and Sort Laundry!
Imagine a world where robots not only assist you but also think ahead, plan, and execute complex tasks with ease. Today, Google’s DeepMind dropped a bombshell update that turns what seemed like science fiction into reality!
DeepMind has unveiled significant upgrades to their AI models, ushering in an era where robots transcend simple tasks and begin to understand and respond to their environments. The latest versions, Gemini Robotics 1.5 and Gemini Robotics-ER 1.5, are designed to take robotic intelligence to new heights, enabling them to perform more intricate, multistep operations.
Originally introduced in March, these models were limited to basic functions like unzipping bags or folding paper. But hold onto your hats—now they can differentiate between light and dark laundry and even pack a suitcase based on weather forecasts for cities like London or New York! This means your robot can check the web for the latest weather updates before deciding which clothes to include.
What’s more, they can even sort recyclables correctly, adapting their strategies based on local guidelines. In a blog post, Carolina Parada, DeepMind's Head of Robotics, outlined how these upgrades will empower developers to create robots that are not just smarter, but also more versatile in understanding their surroundings.
Parada emphasized that these models work in harmony, allowing robots to think several steps ahead before taking action. “Previous models were good at following single instructions,” she explained, “but this update marks a shift toward genuine understanding and problem-solving for physical tasks.”
The Gemini models are categorized as “vision-language-action” (VLA) systems, with each designed for specific functions. Gemini Robotics 1.5 translates visual data into motor commands, helping robots assess and execute tasks efficiently. Meanwhile, Gemini Robotics-ER 1.5 focuses on reasoning about the physical space it operates within, using tools like web browsers to devise detailed plans for tasks. Once the planning is complete, it hands off the execution to Gemini Robotics 1.5.
What’s particularly fascinating is their ability to learn from each other. In tests, skills honed on one robotic model were successfully transferred to another, regardless of their mechanical configuration. Parada noted, “This enables us to control a variety of robots with a single model and transfer learned skills between them.”
For developers eager to dive into the world of advanced robotic AI, Gemini Robotics-ER 1.5 is now available through Google AI Studio’s Gemini API. However, the more advanced Gemini Robotics 1.5 will only be accessible to select partners at this stage.
With these groundbreaking updates, it's clear that AI generated newscasts about robotics are just scratching the surface of what’s possible. As technology continues to evolve, the future of intelligent, helpful robots is becoming more vivid and exciting!
