Covariant Unveils RFM-1 Model for Human-Like Reasoning in Robots

Covariant Unveils RFM-1 Model for Human-Like Reasoning in Robots

AI robotics company Covariant has made waves in the industry with the release of its new foundation model, RFM-1, which promises to give robots the ability to reason in a more human-like manner.

The company claims that RFM-1 combines general internet data with data on physical interactions, allowing robots to make decisions “on the fly”. This breakthrough in AI technology aims to address the key challenges of reliability and flexibility in modern robotics.

While robots are already being used in factories and manufacturing sites for specific tasks, the concept of more general-purpose robots has been a difficult one to achieve. Covariant’s RFM-1 model is set to change that, with its advanced understanding of language and the physical world.

According to Covariant, existing AI models have struggled to grasp the true physical laws of reality, hindering their effectiveness in real-world interactions. RFM-1, on the other hand, is trained on a combination of general internet data and data rich in physical interactions, giving robots the ability to reason and make decisions in real-time.

Covariant co-founder and CEO Peter Chen highlighted the scalability of the data collection system used to train RFM-1, which has collected millions of trajectories from warehouse automation robots deployed around the world. The model includes 8 billion parameters trained on various types of data, including text, images, videos, robot actions, and sensor readings.

While Covariant’s initial focus is on warehouse operations, the company sees potential for RFM-1 to be used in a variety of applications, including hospitals, factories, stores, and even homes. The growing interest in robotics from tech giants like OpenAI and Microsoft further underscores the potential impact of advancements in AI technology on the robotics sector.

As the robotics industry continues to evolve, Covariant’s RFM-1 model represents a significant step forward in the quest for more intelligent and autonomous robots. Stay tuned for more updates on how emerging tech trends are transforming tomorrow with Covariant’s groundbreaking AI technology.