Figure AI Robots Melted in Ovako Steel Plant in Imatra
1 report, 1 independent
Updated Oct 7
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What happened
Figure AI shipped humanoid robots from the United States to Ovako's steel plant in Imatra. The robots were trained to jump autonomously and were later filmed leaping into a blazing furnace to be melted down. Ovako spokesperson Satu Tähkä confirmed seeing the robots jump into the molten vat.
From yle.fi
Why it matters
Ovako's plant in Imatra provided the industrial space and furnace for the robot disposal demonstration. This event highlights the potential for industrial facilities to accommodate new uses, such as robot disposal.
From yle.fi
Who's involved
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- OvakoSpeculative
Ovako might generate new service revenue by providing its industrial space and furnace for robot disposal.