Introducing: Phoenix™ Gen 7
Major improvements, all delivered in less than a year. Our next generation of general-purpose technology marks an inflection point in task automation velocity.
“With Generation 7, we can capture increasing quantities of higher quality, higher
Robots Doing Stuff - Scanning Items | Ep. 50
Work tools like scanners are designed for people to use. Dexterous hands allow Phoenix to use our tools and interact with the world in the same ways that we do.
#RobotsDoingStuff
#PhoenixRobot
#Humanoid
#GeneralPurposeRobot
Robots Doing Stuff - Bimanual Object Manipulation | Ep. 53
Our Phoenix robots can successfully and accurately perform tasks that require the dexterity of two hands simultaneously, also known as bimanual object manipulation!
#RobotsDoingStuff
#PhoenixRobot
#Humanoid
Robots Doing Stuff - Removing Items from a Case | Ep. 57
You may not realize it since it has become so natural, but being able to accurately pick up and place an object requires precise hand dexterity so as to not damage the object.
#RobotsDoingStuff
#PhoenixRobot
#Humanoid
Robots Doing Stuff - Placing Object in Plastic Bag | Ep. 44
Grabbing an object as thin as a plastic bag is an incredible challenge for robotic hands, but Phoenix robots have the fine manipulation required to do it.
#RobotsDoingStuff
#PhoenixRobot
#Humanoid
#GeneralPurposeRobot
Today we’re announcing a collaboration with
@Microsoft
on embodied AI research and development. Our work together includes:
• Researching AI models to power general-purpose humanoid robots, including our robot, Phoenix™
• Leveraging Microsoft’s Azure infrastructure for our
Robots Doing Stuff | 60 Tasks, 60 Seconds
How many things can our general-purpose robots do? A lot. This week we’re sharing a quick montage video with some
#RobotsDoingStuff
highlights.
This video was also shared in the first of a new blog series called "How to Create a
Today we’re announcing a strategic partnership with
@MagnaInt
, one of the largest automotive suppliers in the world. This not only covers deployment of our robots in Magna’s manufacturing operations, but also catalyzing the scaling of our robots and a strategic equity investment
“The timing couldn’t be better.”
Today,
@nvidia
announced they are working with Sanctuary AI to “bring unprecedented levels of intelligence and adaptability to machines” such as general purpose robots.
Here you can see Sanctuary AI’s pioneering AI control system, Carbon™, that
‘We’re not automating tasks, we’re automating the foundational building blocks of movement’ learn more about our approach to building embodied AGI from our CTO
@suzannegildert
on the latest episode of Brighter with Herbert 🖖
@herbertong
@GoingBallistic5
Check out the episode
Our CEO,
@realgeordierose
, on our continued collaboration with
@nvidia
: “Embodied AI will not only help address some of humanity’s biggest challenges, but also create innovations which are currently beyond our reach or imagination. Technology this important shouldn’t be built in
Robots Doing Stuff - Showing Upper Body DOFs | Ep. 58
PSA: This is your reminder to get up and take a quick stretch! But in all seriousness, it is important to be able to move, rotate, and stretch your body in order to do day-to-day tasks. This is just one of many human-like
“The era of AI robots powered by physical AI has arrived.”
Our Phoenix robots are now available in
@NVIDIARobotics
latest release of Isaac Sim 4.0.
Read the full announcement:
#AI
#EmbodiedAI
#NVIDIA
Robots Doing Stuff - Inspection with Bimanual Object Manipulation | Ep. 55
Not only can our Phoenix robots successfully perform tasks using two hands at the same time, but our technology also allows our robots to perform detailed inspections and observations.
#RobotsDoingStuff
Ready to pioneer embodied AI and shape the future of work? Join our growing and passionate team of innovators as an Applied Researcher to build human-like artificial general intelligence.
Apply today:
#TechJobs
#HiringNow
The moment
@GoingBallistic5
learned Phoenix was the only humanoid robot capable of the Vulcan Salute 🖖 movement, known as ‘abduction’, and is a key measure of hand dexterity. Today Star Trek, tomorrow the piano!
Watch the full episode here:
#embodiedAGI
Robots Doing Stuff - Packing Items into a Case | Ep. 56
Being able to grasp, lift, and place objects requires not only dexterous hands and fingers, but also an understanding of how to apply the exact amount of force needed. Our technology allows Phoenix robots to interact with
Robots Doing Stuff - Stacking Blocks | Ep. 45
Precision, fine dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and motor control. Like people, Phoenix has the physical capability needed to make use of cognitive skills, whether coming from a pilot or Carbon, the AI control system.
Robots Doing Stuff - Sorting Battery Cells | Ep. 48
Being able to pick up and sort objects demonstrates dexterity and spatial awareness. These abilities are crucial for optimizing workflows in many industries that rely on precise object manipulation.
#RobotsDoingStuff
“By combining
@Accenture
's expertise in disruptive technology with Sanctuary AI’s industry-leading robotics, we can help some of the biggest companies in the world manage this change and provide the best solutions for its clients.” Our CEO
@realgeordierose
on today’s announcement
Robots Doing Stuff - Sorting Auto Parts | Ep. 51
Sorting small items takes exceptional dexterity, fine manipulation, and attention to detail. From delicate assembly lines to intricate laboratory procedures, these skills form the bedrock of precision-driven tasks.
Earlier this week, we had the pleasure of hosting Minister
@BrendaBaileyBC
at our headquarters where she met one of our Phoenix robots, powered by our pioneering AI control system, Carbon.
Have you heard of
@TheSanctuaryAI
? One of BC’s most promising tech companies got a major shoutout at
@nvidia
’s annual developer conference for their work on developing advanced robotics. It was a pleasure to visit their
#YVR
headquarters to see firsthand this impressive BC tech!
Today we’re announcing strategic financing from
@BDC_Capital
and
@InBCInvestment
to accelerate our progress towards bringing AI into the physical world.
Sanctuary is committed to transforming physical industries with generative AI. We believe that Canada has an opportunity to
“The big battlefield for AI now is in the physical world, if you just think about how economies work, most of the money is in how food is made and brought to you, how packages are shipped to you, how your roads are fixed, how your electrical system works. All of the stuff that
Sanctuary AI is pleased to announce that we have acquired key IP assets related to touch and grasping which are vital to building truly general purpose robots. These assets come from those acquired from and the acquisition of Tangible Research, coupled
Hear from our CTO and Co-founder
@suzannegildert
on why teleoperation is important for the journey toward embodied AGI, it's all about data collection!
You can learn more about teleoperation and its critical role in our latest blog post:
#Teleoperation
Hope this video clears up concerns around “teleoperated robot demos”. Teleop is for collecting data! No conspiracy theory here. Also checkout Phoenix's light… We did that to help you tell the difference 😉 Not everyone will be so kind. You’re welcome
#teleoperation
#honesty
"We're interested in being the first to deploy 1,000 robots that actually do valuable work in the world,” states
@realgeordierose
in talks with
@herbertong
.
Catch the full interview here:
#AI
#tech
“Humanoid robots might be the right technology at the right time.”
Global businesses are facing unprecedented pressure due to labor shortages.
@WHO
research shows that by 2050, 22% of people globally will be over 60, with the number of people over 80 tripling.
@McKinsey
's
Robots Doing Stuff - Sorting Nuts and Bolts | Ep. 52
Being able to pick up rounded objects not only requires precise hand and finger dexterity, but also an understanding of the exact force needed to pick them up accurately.
#RobotsDoingStuff
#PhoenixRobot
#Humanoid
Sanctuary AI is pleased to announce we have earned top place in three categories by the
@MarCom_Awards
. Thank you for awarding us Platinum Winner in the “Strategic Communications,” “Video,” and “Web” categories, and congratulations to all of the other early deadline winners.
Sanctuary AI has joined the
@CADInnovators
national network of high-growth technology companies.
“CCI exists to advocate for economic policies that support companies like Sanctuary AI, and allow them to achieve their full potential here in Canada. Their work has the potential to
Robots Doing Stuff - Sorting Colored Objects | Ep. 47
You see multi-colored balls, we see pills and tablets, garments and fabrics, ripe berries and unripe berries. Learning one simple concept–how to sort items–can be applied to endless work scenarios. It’s not just about the
Earlier this year, we announced the launch of generation seven of our Phoenix™ robots, which we believe is the most closely analogous to a person of any available. Coverage of this launch showed how far media understanding of AI humanoid robotics has come, with insightful pieces
Robots Doing Stuff - Soldering | Ep. 35
Soldering two wires together isn’t as simple as it might look. Achieving a permanent and reliable physical and electrical connection that can stand up to the various environmental considerations takes the right preparation, equipment,
“It’s marvelous!” –
@realgeordierose
discusses the remarkable progress we’ve made in task automation for our general purpose robots in an insightful interview with
@herbertong
.
Watch the full interview here:
#AI
#Technews
"Sanctuary AI is an early leader in the emerging general-purpose robotics market. The primary definition of 'general purpose' is the emphasis on creating a technology that can conduct physical work just like a person." —
@therobotreport
Read the full article:
Earlier this year, NVIDIA quoted
@realgeordierose
when it announced ‘Project GR00T’ for AI humanoid robots. Since then, we have continued to collaborate with
@NVIDIARobotics
to shape the future of AI robotics.
Learn more here:
#NVIDIA
#AI
Robots Doing Stuff - The Ziploc Experience | Ep.1
A Sanctuary
#GeneralPurposeRobot
plays with a ziploc bag. Watch the whole experience in the thread below.
#RobotsDoingStuff
(1/4)
"Sanctuary AI has unveiled a new humanoid robot that it believes is the first in the world ready to be deployed in commercial settings to carry out tasks like cleaning, folding and packing goods." —
@the_logic
Read the full article:
“[Sanctuary AI] has unveiled an incredibly humanlike and supposedly very capable general purpose robot called Phoenix that’s being billed as the first robot worker prototype.” —
@SiliconANGLE
Read the full article:
We’re seeking exceptional individuals passionate about coming up with groundbreaking solutions to help create the world’s first human-like intelligence in general-purpose robots.
Meet our team at
@ieee_ras_icra
2024 to learn more about the embodied AI technology we are
Sanctuary AI is looking for people ready to make history. We’re pushing the boundaries of innovation on our mission to create the world’s first human-like intelligence in general-purpose robots.
Connect with our team at
@ieee_ras_icra
2024 and be a part of the future of embodied
Want to work in a team shaping the future of AI and robotics?
Sanctuary AI is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our Simulation team. In this role, you'll delve deep into the design, architecture, and implementation of the technologies driving our general purpose
We’re looking for a Buyer to join our trailblazing team, running end-to-end procurement for our innovative general purpose robots, and supporting a supply chain that spans the globe.
Apply today:
#AI
#Hiring
“[Sanctuary AI] is at the forefront of a global race to apply artificial intelligence in a way that could make society better”,
@StackhouseJohn
stated on the
#RBCDisruptors
podcast with our Co-founder and CTO
@suzannegildert
.
With the advancement of AI, it can solve a lot of
"What sets Sanctuary AI apart from others in the industry is this literal emphasis on creating a technology that can conduct physical work just like a person." —
@techcouver
Read the full article:
What goes into building human-like intelligence?
One of the key elements of our approach at Sanctuary AI is learning from demonstration. The demonstrations are provided by a person in the loop control paradigm which is known as analogous teleoperation. This is how our AI
Sanctuary receives a $30 million SIF contribution from the Government of Canada.
Sanctuary News Release:
A Note from our CEO:
Government of Canada News Release:
#CdnInnovation
#GeneralPurposeRobots
Part 3 of “How to Create a GPR'' is now available. In this post,
@realgeordierose
draws from conversations with MERPHI, the technological design hub with whom we collaborated on the design of Phoenix. Learn more about the design philosophy, cutting-edge technology, and
“Phoenix is the latest model of the robot, created by Sanctuary AI and powered by Carbon, a software platform that uses sophisticated AI to let the machine think and act like a real human laborer.” —
@TIME
Read the full article and listen to the podcast episode:
Robots Doing Stuff - Applying a Label | Ep. 34
Navy SEALs train with the philosophy Slow Is Smooth and Smooth Is Fast. The best way to move fast in a professional setting is to take your time, slow down, and do the job right.
#RobotsDoingStuff
#Humanoid
#GeneralPurposeRobot
‘There are problems facing humanity we can’t solve – our robots could offer a solution’, states our CEO and Co-Founder
@realgeordierose
in a recent interview with
@IMechE
.
Explore the pivotal engineering breakthroughs powering our highly-dexterous Phoenix robots, paving the path
Robots Doing Stuff - Stocking a Fridge | Ep. 32
Sanctuary general-purpose robots can already do many basic household tasks. Imagine online grocery shopping where the groceries end up in your fridge instead of on your doorstep!
#RobotsDoingStuff
#Humanoid
#GeneralPurposeRobot
#RobotsDoingStuff
- Dusting a Desk | Ep. 27
The belief that cleanliness is a virtue has been held by many cultures and societies throughout history. For some, this belief is tied to spiritual values, while in other cases it's seen as a matter of practicality or common sense.
Our CEO
@realgeordierose
spoke with @ nick huber at
@FinancialTimes
on how artificial intelligence could be the next ‘leap forward’ for manufacturing. They discuss the factory of the future, where AI-powered humanoid robots are working alongside people.
Read the full article:
It’s been exciting to see and read the attention and coverage that our unveiling of Phoenix™ and Carbon™ has received. In this post,
@BenReedPro
(CMO) celebrates this milestone, expressing our gratitude and sharing a few notable highlights.
Read the full post here:
“Sanctuary AI [...] understands the one critical point: humanoid robots must actually be for something; they must carry out useful tasks and services, safely, reliably, and adeptly, with minimal human intervention.” —
@Diginomica
Read the full article:
In an emerging, fast-changing industry you can’t take well-informed media coverage for granted. This piece from
@CNBC
, with reporting from
@Kr00ney
gives excellent insight on the humanoid robotics industry and how it will transform the future of work.
Congratulations to
@hiskov
,
Robots Doing Stuff - Applying Heat-Shrink Insulation | Ep. 36
In addition to helping to protect the joint from the elements, applying heat-shrink insulation to recently soldered wires is the important last step to ensure no electrical shorts occur. Steady hands definitely help!
The development of humanoid general-purpose robots is advancing at a rapid pace. Gain an understanding of the current landscape and where this groundbreaking technology will take us in the future at the
@ieee_ras_icra
2024 forum, “The Present and Future of Humanoid Robots” on May
Ep. 10 of the Sanctuary AI Ground Truth Podcast is now available:
This week,
@realgeordierose
(CEO) and
@suzannegildert
(CTO) take a closer look at the public response to the announcement of Phoenix™ and Carbon™–our new robot and AI. They also explore
Our new Sanctuary Ground Truth Podcast is out now!
Hosted by our CEO and co-founder
@realgeordierose
, the first episode features our CTPO and co-founder Olivia Norton. Join the two for a deep dive into how they came to work together, Olivia’s journey to Sanctuary, and her vision
“Sanctuary AI's Phoenix will work shoulder-to-shoulder with people as robo-cooks, robo-stockers and robo-gardeners.” —
@Newsweek
Read the full article:
Population depletion is “the most important existential threat to human flourishing in the future” –
@realgeordierose
explains the why behind Sanctuary AI in a podcast episode with
@herbertong
. An increasingly aging and shrinking global population means that there simply won’t
We’re seeking exceptional individuals passionate about coming up with groundbreaking solutions. Join our team and let’s shape the future of work together.
Apply today:
#AI
#EmbodiedAGI
#TechJobs
#HiringNow
“It is astronomically awesome to be able to deploy and scale this type of technology into the real world. But that awesomeness comes with very different kinds of problems to overcome.” - Geordie Rose, Co-Founder and CEO, Sanctuary AI
Learn more about how Sanctuary AI is
Our partnership with global automotive leader
@MagnaInt
sparked significant news coverage on how we will scale our Phoenix robots in order to bring AI into the physical world. Thomas Seal (
@TW_Seal
),
@Bloomberg
’s Vancouver Bureau Chief, highlighted the dexterity and adaptability
Ep. 13 of the Sanctuary AI Ground Truth Podcast is now available:
In this week’s episode,
@realgeordierose
(CEO) and
@suzannegildert
(CTO) discuss what is still missing to create Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) in an embodied system, including
Thank you
@vegaawards
for presenting us with a Platinum Award, this is a great testament to the incredible innovation and engineering of Carbon™ and Phoenix™. We extend our congratulations to the rest of the well deserved winners!
Innovation is truly at the core of our