Tesla has revealed the latest version of its Optimus humanoid robot, positioning the machine for broader use in factory operations. The company says the updated prototype is intended to handle a wider set of manufacturing jobs as it pushes further into automation.

The new robot reflects Tesla’s effort to move beyond demonstration models and toward practical deployment in production settings. Manufacturing automation has become a key part of the company’s long-term strategy, with Optimus expected to take on repetitive tasks that can be difficult or hazardous for human workers.

Tesla has repeatedly framed Optimus as a major part of its future business, though the system still faces the technical challenge of proving reliability in real-world industrial environments. The company has not yet detailed a full rollout schedule for factory use.

The unveiling adds to the competition among technology firms racing to build useful humanoid robots for workplaces. For Tesla, the latest prototype is another step in turning a long-promised concept into a functional tool for its own operations.