So You Want to Visit Boston Dynamics: A Totally Serious Guide (with Tongue Firmly in Cheek)
Ah, Boston Dynamics. Home of the robo-dog that puts your walking technique to shame (Spot), the cheetah-like robot that'll outrun your car (let's not talk about insurance premiums, shall we?), and the vaguely unsettling humanoid robots that make you question your place in the robot overlord hierarchy (Atlas). It's no wonder you want to visit! But before you pack your robot-enthusiast fanny pack, there are a few things to consider.
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| How To Visit Boston Dynamics |
Gaining Entry: Not Quite Like Disneyland (But With Fewer Lines?)
Here's the thing: Boston Dynamics isn't exactly Disneyland. They're a private company creating cutting-edge technology, not churros and rollercoasters (although a churro-dispensing robot sounds pretty awesome). Public tours aren't currently offered. This doesn't mean you're doomed to a life devoid of robot wonder, however!
Plan A: Become a VIP (Very Important Person... or Possibly Very Insistent Pleader)
This might involve developing your own groundbreaking robotics technology, befriending a high-ranking official at Boston Dynamics, or perhaps winning an epic robot dance competition (the possibilities are truly endless!).
Reminder: Reading twice often makes things clearer.
Plan B: Embrace Your Inner Secret Agent (Without the Danger, Hopefully)
Okay, maybe don't wear a trench coat and fedora. But staying updated on their social media and news releases is a great way to catch wind of any potential events or open houses. Who knows, maybe they'll need beta testers for their new robot masseuse (fingers crossed it has a happy ending... for your stress levels, that is).
Plan C: Channel Your Inner Fanboy/Fangirl (The Fun Option!)
QuickTip: Absorb ideas one at a time.
Boston Dynamics has a pretty awesome YouTube channel featuring their creations in action. It's not quite the same as a personal tour, but hey, at least you won't get chased by a robot security guard (hopefully).
Frequently Asked Questions (The Not-So-Serious Edition)
How to convince my parents a trip to Boston Dynamics is more educational than Disney World?
Good luck! Maybe highlight the inspirational stories of human ingenuity and the potential for a future filled with robot helpers (who can finally do the dishes!).
QuickTip: Treat each section as a mini-guide.
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How to sneak into Boston Dynamics?
We highly advise against this. Not only is it trespassing, but those robots are much faster than you are (and probably stronger... and possibly judging your life choices).
How to build my own robot replica of Spot?
QuickTip: Skim for bold or italicized words.
The internet is a treasure trove of DIY projects, but this one might be a tad advanced. Maybe start with a robotic vacuum cleaner and work your way up?
How to make friends with a robot?
Kindness and cookies are universally understood languages, right? Right? (Disclaimer: We are not responsible for any robot uprisings caused by misplaced friendliness).
How to survive the robot apocalypse?
Let's hope it doesn't come to that. But hey, at least you'll have bragging rights about visiting Boston Dynamics before it all went down.
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