Tesla`s planned production timeline for its Optimus robots has been impacted by unforeseen issues, according to reports.
Sources within the company revealed that the division responsible for robotics is experiencing difficulties. This is partly attributed to the recent departure of program lead Milan Kovac, who had worked with Elon Musk since 2016. The manufacturer has also encountered technical problems.
It was discovered that some components of the humanoid robots are overheating, and they are also unable to handle heavy loads. Currently, a test batch of Optimus robots is performing minor tasks at Tesla factories, but employees report their efficiency is “less than half that of human workers.”
Tesla has informed suppliers that it is suspending order purchases for at least two months. This delay is likely to complicate the fulfillment of Tesla head Elon Musk`s ambitious goal, who previously promised to produce 5 to 10 thousand humanoid robots in 2025.
In late June, Neuralink announced plans to connect its patients to Tesla Optimus robots. The company claims that individuals with brain chips will be able to control the robots using their thoughts.
