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A key feature highlighted in the demo is Atlas’s perception system. Using a slightly fisheye camera view, objects are highlighted for easier identification and manipulation. Combined with modern machine learning models, this allows Atlas to understand its environment better and make rapid decisions without human intervention.
The autonomous capabilities are explicitly stressed in the video with a "fully autonomous" watermark, indicating that Atlas operates independently—no remote control, no teleoperation. This autonomy distinguishes Atlas from other robots in industrial settings, such as Tesla’s Optimus, which often rely on remote control for their movements despite being visually impressive.