Electronics Weekly
The Protoclone V1 uses 3D-printed polymer bones and 1,000 myofibre actuators consisting of pressurised mesh tubes that contract when filled with fluid to enable lifelike joint articulation enabling them to flex across 200 degrees of freedom.
Water circulates through microchannels in its frame, helping dissipate heat so the myofibres can function without overheating. Fused joints reinforce stress points, letting it move in smooth, flowing motions, not robotic jerks. Sensors track every movement.
In response to Elon Musk’s statement that said: “The Tesla Optimus hand is so sophisticated that it makes a Fabergé seem simple”, Clone retorted: “The Hand of Clone has the same number of degrees of freedom and is just as fast or fast, but is: “Light [no meta]; stronger [muscles > motors]; cheaper [by a lot]; soft/plush [comfy massages and hugs/you can squeeze the forearm like a doll].”
The company intends to build 279 robots and to start taking pre-orders later this year
