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When asked why Tesla is focusing on a humanoid robot rather than a different form, Musk explains that to perform the broad spectrum of human tasks—like lifting, manipulating tools, or playing instruments— a humanoid form is the simplest solution if the robot is to be versatile. Other simplified or task-specific robots wouldn't be able to adapt to the complex, unstructured environments humans navigate daily.
He emphasizes that the "world is built for humans", and a humanoid robot can leverage existing infrastructure and tools, making it the "best design initially" for uncontrolled environments where adaptability is key.