US OpenMind's BrainPack makes humanoid robots ‘real-world' smart

OpenMind has introduced BrainPack, a modular, backpack-sized platform that integrates key autonomous robot functions—such as advanced mapping, object labeling, privacy-protected vision, remote operation, and self-charging—into a single unit powered by Nvidia’s high-performance computing. Designed to bridge the gap between robotics and intelligence, BrainPack enables robots not only to move but also to observe, interpret, and learn from their surroundings by building detailed 3D maps and recognizing objects autonomously. Privacy features include automatic face detection and blurring to anonymize humans in view, while remote control and secure video streaming enhance usability. The platform combines research-grade reliability with consumer-level simplicity, making autonomous robotics more accessible without the need for specialized labs or complex setups. Early tests have demonstrated that BrainPack-equipped robots can perform self-guided patrols, map multi-room environments, recognize and label objects, and self-dock for charging—all without direct supervision. Additionally, OpenMind has developed OM1, a hardware-agnostic