Building Tomorrow’s Robots: Inside Brett Adcock’s Vision for Figure

Dive into the remarkable journey of serial entrepreneur Brett Adcock, whose bold leadership and relentless ambition have propelled startups like Vettery and Archer Aviation to impressive heights. Now, he’s setting his sights on a new frontier: developing general-purpose humanoid robots at Figure. In this episode, we explore Adcock’s personal backstory, the motivations driving his high-stakes venture, and the breakthroughs his all-star team has achieved in AI, bipedal locomotion, and dexterous manipulation. Hear how Figure’s mission could transform manufacturing, logistics, and beyond—and why Adcock believes humanoids will be the key to unlocking a future where advanced robotics expand human capabilities across industries. Introducing Figure 02 HUMANOID ROBOTS FOR BMW GROUP PLANT SPARTANBURG