Satyress Unveils Centaur-Like Teleoperated Robot Threehalves for Dangerous Jobs
Satyress, a startup based in California, has introduced Threehalves, a humanoid robot resembling a centaur that stands 7 feet tall and is designed for dangerous work settings. With a human-like upper body equipped for power tools and four legs for traversing challenging landscapes, it targets professionals such as builders and foresters operating in extreme environments. Founder Beau Gaston revealed the robot on X last year, having worked on it since 2022. Its formidable appearance features sharp horns and illuminated eyes. Safety mechanisms ensure it cannot pass through standard doors and can be shut down instantly. Its modular parts allow for easy replacement, and it fits in a pickup truck bed. Law enforcement agencies have expressed interest in its potential for enhancing public safety. Other humanoid robots include Neo from 1X Technologies and LG's CLOiD.
Key facts
- Satyress is a California-based startup.
- The robot is named Threehalves and is teleoperated.
- It resembles a centaur with a human-like front and four legs.
- It stands about 7 feet tall (2 meters) and is completely black with horns and glowing eyes.
- It is designed for dangerous jobs like forestry, construction, and other 'inhumane conditions'.
- Founder Beau Gaston has been working on the robot since 2022.
- The robot was unveiled on X and discussed on the TBPN podcast.
- Safety features include horns that prevent passage through standard doors and weak points that can be pierced to stop it.
- Police forces have expressed interest in using the robot for public safety.
- The robot can be transported in a pickup bed in crouched positions.
Entities
Artists
- Beau Gaston
Institutions
- Satyress
- TBPN
- 1X Technologies
- LG
Locations
- California
- United States
Sources
- Dezeen —