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Asimov OS

Asimov OS is the operating system that runs on humanoid robots, enabling the Menlo Stack to interface with hardware. It abstracts the complexity of motor control, sensor integration, and real-time processing—allowing agent developers to focus on intelligence rather than robotics.

What Asimov OS Does

At its core, Asimov OS provides an agent abstraction layer—a standardized interface between AI agents and humanoid hardware:

  • Agent-to-hardware translation — Agents express high-level intentions (navigate to location, manipulate object, respond to human) and Asimov OS translates these into coordinated physical action
  • Sensor fusion — Depth cameras, force-torque sensors, and IMUs feed into a unified perception layer
  • Safety enforcement — Hard boundaries prevent actions that could damage hardware or harm humans
  • Telemetry collection — Real-time performance data streams back to the Menlo Platform

Asimov OS is not a motor abstraction layer. It does not expose motor controllers to agents. Instead, it presents an abstraction where agents express intent and the OS handles the physical execution.

When a manufacturing partner installs Asimov OS on an assembled humanoid, it establishes a secure, persistent link to the Menlo Platform. This link enables:

  • Base locomotion policies — The robot arrives with the ability to walk, balance, and navigate
  • Motor skills marketplace — Skills like doing the dishes, folding clothes, or assembling components can be installed
  • Agent provisioning — The default AI Agent provides a starting point for customization

Architecture

Asimov OS is designed for agent-native robotics:

  • Real-time kernel — Handles low-latency reflex loops for balance and manipulation
  • Cloud connectivity — High-level reasoning happens in the Menlo Platform; the robot handles execution
  • Standardized interfaces — Compatible with any humanoid that meets Asimov hardware requirements
  • Open API — Agent developers interact through well-documented interfaces, not motor controllers

Security and Permissions

Asimov OS implements a permission-based security model. Agents running on the Menlo Platform can only issue actions that pass through Asimov OS’s safety boundaries. This ensures that even as agents become more capable, they operate within defined constraints.

Licensing

Asimov OS is licensed to OEM manufacturing partners on a royalty basis—similar to how Windows is licensed to PC OEMs. This model:

  • Funds continued development of the Menlo Stack
  • Maintains quality and compatibility standards across the ecosystem
  • Enables a sustainable business focused on intelligence, not hardware manufacturing

Versioning and Updates

Asimov OS receives regular updates through the Menlo Platform link. These updates can include:

  • Improved base locomotion policies
  • New motor skills from the marketplace
  • Security patches and bug fixes
  • Performance optimizations

The robot stays current with the latest capabilities without requiring manual updates.

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