F.02

Figure, the humanoid robotics company, is drawing widespread attention over the decommissioning of its F.02 robot. Discussion centers on what retiring the robot means for the company's next-generation humanoid program and how quickly its hardware is evolving. Viewers are debating whether the move signals a major product transition or simply routine iteration in a fast-moving field.

Robotics company Figure has decommissioned its F.02 humanoid robots, announcing the move with a 'Hasta la vista, baby' reference to Terminator 2. The tongue-in-cheek farewell suggests the robots are being retired ahead of a newer model or next generation of the company's humanoid platform.