The Googlebot: Atlas robot overhauled to win $2m 'Robot Olympics'

It is a terrifying sight - 6.2 feet of metal with a plastic body that can walk, run, jump and even open doors. Scroll down for video According to Boston Dynamics, Atlas is a 'high mobility, humanoid robot designed to negotiate outdoor, rough terrain. THE ATLAS ROBOT According to Boston Dynamics, Atlas is a 'high mobility, humanoid robot designed to negotiate outdoor, rough terrain. It demonstrates strong balancing skills and composure and showcases the agility of the Google-owned machine, said the firm Atlas is a high mobility, humanoid robot designed to negotiate outdoor, rough terrain, Boston Dynamics said. The Atlas robot has an articulated sensor head includes stereo cameras and a laser range finder so it can 'see' where it is going.