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Elon Musk Faces Accusations of Design Theft for Tesla's New Robots

Director of 'I, Robot' claims Tesla's latest tech resembles his film's futuristic designs.

Overview

  • Elon Musk unveiled Tesla's new Robovan, Cybercab, and Optimus robot at the 'We, Robot' event in California.
  • Alex Proyas, director of the 2004 film 'I, Robot,' humorously accused Musk of copying the film's designs.
  • Social media users noted similarities between Tesla's new products and the technology depicted in 'I, Robot.'
  • Tesla's Optimus robot, priced between $20,000 and $30,000, is designed to assist with household tasks under human control.
  • The Robovan and Cybercab are fully autonomous vehicles, lacking traditional controls like steering wheels.