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Detailed explanation-1: -Elon Musk unveils Optimus robot’s prototype: Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, unveiled a model of the humanoid “Optimus” robot , which uses some of the same Artificial Intelligence (AI) software and sensors as the Autopilot driving assistance system in Tesla vehicles.

Detailed explanation-2: -At the electric vehicle manufacturer’s “AI Day” event that recently took place, CEO of Tesla Elon Musk displayed his highly publicised humanoid robot, Optimus.

Detailed explanation-3: -"Optimus” is Musk’s long-anticipated humanoid robot. It was revealed at Tesla’s 2022 AI Day, “Good Morning America” reported. “This is literally the first time the robot has operated without a tether,” Musk said. The 5-foot-8 prototype walked on-stage, waved to the audience and even busted a move.

Detailed explanation-4: -Key facts. The prototype of Optimus was showcased during the annual Tesla AI [artificial intelligence] Day presentation. The humanoid robot demonstrated the ability to perform simple tasks like watering plants, carrying boxes and lifting metal bars. Its purpose is to replace a human tasks with a machine.

Detailed explanation-5: -Waseda University initiated the WABOT project in 1967, and in 1972 completed the WABOT-1, the world’s first full-scale humanoid intelligent robot.