Boston Dynamics’ Stretch robot lands its first gig
It may lackthe charm of Spotandthe agility of Atlas, but Boston Dynamics’ slightly dull Stretch robot is still impressive in its own right — so much so that DHL has given it a job. Less than a year after making its debut, the highly versatile robot is heading to DHL warehouses across the U.S. in a $15 million deal that marks the first commercial purchase of the advanced contraption. Stretch features a long automated arm with a “smart gripper” at the end for grabbing boxes and other items, while a “perception mast” allows it to handle different kinds of packages with skill and care....