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Tesla Moves On from Flawed Humanoid Robot Hand Design

4/21/2026

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Elon Musk, Tesla CEO, said the company has moved on from the recently patented Optimus humanoid robot hand design.
The initial design aimed for smooth articulation and failed during testing.
Musk noted the engineering challenges of replicating human hand dexterity, adding that even small inaccuracies can cause robotic task failures.
The next version is already in development, reflecting Tesla's commitment to rapid iteration and rigorous testing.

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Elon Musk, Tesla CEO, said the company has moved on from the recently patented Optimus humanoid robot hand design.
The initial design aimed for smooth articulation and failed during testing.
Musk noted the engineering challenges of replicating human hand dexterity, adding that even small inaccuracies can cause robotic task failures.
The next version is already in development, reflecting Tesla's commitment to rapid iteration and rigorous testing.