Faraday Future is apparently following Tesla on the path to robots.
As a result, they have introduced three different models at the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) Show in Las Vegas.
First up comes the top-of-the-line FF Futurist series, which starts at $34,990 and is billed as a “full-size professional humanoid.”
It aims to become "the first humanoid robot in the United States to achieve mass production and distribution."
Faraday said the Futurist has 28 high-performance engines, as well as an operating time of three hours.
That's not much, but the robot has a hot-swappable battery design, meaning users can quickly replace the battery to get the robot back into service.
Futurist is powered by Nvidia Orin and is said to have up to 200 TOPS of computing power.
The model also has a perception system that combines multiple high-resolution cameras.
They are accompanied by WiFi and 5G connectivity, as well as support for natural interaction in up to 50 languages.
Faraday Future said the robot could act as a worker in hotels and museums, as well as a sales advisor in retailers and stores.
The company also envisions Futurist as a research and teaching assistant, as well as an intelligent brand ambassador.
If all goes according to plan, the "next phase" could see the robot become a domestic assistant or an industrial worker in factories.
In the middle of the line is the $19,990 FF Master, which is an “EAI athletic humanoid.”
Designed to be cost-effective, the model promises to be a "fully intelligent robot that truly understands you."
Faraday said the robot uses the Orin NX and has up to 157 TOPS of computing power. The model also has a variety of sensors and is upgradeable.
According to the company, the robot can adapt and learn new skills.
Faraday also presented the model as a practical assistant for research and training, as well as a study companion for your children.
Last but not least, there's the $2,499 FX Aegis, which looks like a version of Boston Robotics' Spot.
Designed for security and companionship, the model is presented as a "loyal and practical protector."
The robot has four legs and can climb as well as overcome obstacles.
It has WiFi and 5G for remote monitoring and operation, and the company envisions a variety of accessories ranging from robotic arms to fire extinguishers.
Faraday says shipments are scheduled for the end of February and they have already received more than 1,200 deposits. /Telegraph/
