Westwood Robotics

Westwood Robotics, an American company, is developing a humanoid robot, THEMIS. Inspired by the company's aspiration to embed versatile humanoid robots into our daily life, THEMIS demonstrates Westwood's commitment to developing robots capable of executing complex tasks with human-like grace and aptitude.

THEMIS embodies Westwood's vision of a future where humanoid robots interact safely with their environment while displaying dynamic movements comparable to human motions. Designed to perform general-purpose tasks, THEMIS is optimized for dynamic movements, including walking, running, and even parkour maneuvers.

Founded in 2018, Westwood Robotics was established by a collection of enthusiastic roboticists hailing from the Robotics & Mechanisms Laboratory (RoMeLa). Driven by a mission to bring robots closer to people, the organization seeks to improve the interaction between humans and robots, ensuring safer interactions and more versatile applications.

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THEMIS Development

Westwood Robotics' THEMIS is an advanced humanoid robot engineered to interact with its environment safely while executing an extraordinary range of motions and maneuvers. Utilizing state-of-the-art technology, it is designed to perform tasks with a degree of precision and finesse that matches or surpasses human capabilities. Its design allows for complex and dynamic maneuvers including walking, running, and intricate parkour movements, testaments to the firm's commitment to revolutionize the potential applications of humanoid robotics1.

History

Westwood Robotics was founded in 2018 by a passionate group of roboticists from the Robotics & Mechanisms Laboratory (RoMeLa). With their vast expertise in robotics, they are dedicated to developing humanoid robots that can interact safely with humans and their environment. Their mission to bring robots closer to people is succinctly encapsulated in their flagship product, THEMIS2.

See Also

• Science and technology in the United States
• List of robot companies