Tesla's Optimus Program Sees Leadership Change as VP Milan Kovac Departs
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Milan Kovac, the Vice President responsible for Tesla's Optimus humanoid robot program, is set to leave the company amid ambitious plans by CEO Elon Musk to deploy "thousands" of Optimus units in factories this year. Kovac's departure raises questions about the future direction of the project, which aims to integrate advanced robotics into Tesla's manufacturing processes. Ashok Elluswamy, currently serving as Vice President of AI software for Autopilot, is anticipated to succeed Kovac and lead the Optimus initiative moving forward. This transition comes at a critical time as Tesla seeks to enhance its production capabilities and innovate within the robotics sector.
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