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66. Vision Only
Vision only became the guiding principle for Tesla's Autopilot system as Elon Musk made a groundbreaking decision in early 2021 to eliminate radar technology entirely. This decision, fueled by Musk’s belief in the power of visual data from cameras, marked a bold step away from the traditional reliance on radar and lidar technologies for autonomous driving. Musk's faith in the potential of cameras was rooted in his conviction that they could achieve true autonomy by replicating the human visual system’s…-
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65. Neuralink
Neuralink emerged as a groundbreaking company dedicated to advancing the integration between humans and machines, with Elon Musk at the helm. The chapter "Neuralink: 2017–2020" details the company's journey, starting with a historical context of human-computer interactions, tracing the work of pioneers such as J.C.R. Licklider and Steve Jobs. This background underscores the longstanding human desire to enhance the connection between the brain and technology, while Musk's frustrations with slow…-
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64. Optimus Is Born
Optimus Is Born in August 2021 marked a transformative step for Tesla as the company introduced a humanoid robot that embodied Elon Musk's vision of a future where artificial intelligence (AI) works safely and beneficially for humanity. Musk, who has long been captivated by the potential of AI and the associated risks, initially founded OpenAI in 2014 to ensure that AI developed in a way that would benefit society. Over time, his ambitions expanded into neural networks, self-driving cars, and Neuralink,…-
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63. Raptor Shake-up
Raptor Shake-up in SpaceX during 2021 was a period of intense engineering challenges and breakthrough decisions, particularly in relation to the development and refinement of the Raptor engine that powers the company’s Starship program. Elon Musk, always deeply involved in every aspect of his companies, took a direct, hands-on approach to address the escalating issues in Raptor’s design and manufacturing. Faced with rising costs, delays, and engineering complexities, Musk initiated nightly meetings…-
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62. Inspiration4
In September 2021, SpaceX made history with the launch of Inspiration4, the first all-civilian mission to orbit Earth. Unlike previous space tourism ventures by Richard Branson and Jeff Bezos, which lasted only minutes at the edge of space, Inspiration4 was a full-fledged orbital mission that circled the planet for three days. It was commanded by Jared Isaacman, a self-made billionaire, skilled pilot, and CEO of Shift4 Payments, who not only funded the mission but also transformed it into a philanthropic…-
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61. Nights Out
Nights Out in 2021 offered a rare glimpse into Elon Musk’s life beyond Tesla, SpaceX, and Neuralink, revealing his more eccentric and unpredictable side. In May, he took on a new challenge as the guest host of "Saturday Night Live" (SNL), an appearance that generated both anticipation and skepticism. Musk, known for his awkward yet self-aware humor, opened the show by addressing his Asperger’s Syndrome, a moment of unexpected vulnerability that humanized his often larger-than-life persona. His mother,…-
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60. Solar Surge
Solar Surge in the summer of 2021 marked yet another chapter in Elon Musk's relentless pursuit of innovation, this time centered on reshaping the solar energy market. Having founded SolarCity in 2006 and later integrating it into Tesla in a controversial $2.6 billion acquisition, Musk faced increasing legal scrutiny from shareholders questioning the merger’s value. To validate the buyout and ensure the business met his high expectations, Musk pushed Tesla Energy toward rapid expansion in solar roof…-
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6. Canada
Canada became the starting point of Elon Musk’s journey to North America in 1989, marking a pivotal transition from his life in South Africa. Contrary to misconceptions about a privileged upbringing, Musk arrived with a limited sum of money from his parents and a list of distant relatives he had never met. His initial days were filled with uncertainty as he navigated an unfamiliar country, staying at a youth hostel in Montreal before embarking on a cross-country journey with a Greyhound Discovery…-
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59. Starship Surge
Starship Surge became a defining moment in SpaceX's journey toward revolutionizing space travel, with the ambitious goal of rapid rocket reusability taking center stage in July 2021. At the heart of this push was Mechazilla, a towering launchpad structure equipped with massive chopstick-like arms designed to catch the returning booster of Starship instead of relying on ocean landings or complex landing legs. Musk's vision for this innovation was driven by the belief that for spaceflight to be truly…-
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58. Bezos vs. Musk, Round 2
Bezos vs. Musk, Round 2, encapsulates the ongoing battle between two of the world's most ambitious billionaires as they compete for dominance in space exploration and satellite communication. Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk, both visionaries in their own right, have taken vastly different paths in their quest to shape the future of humanity beyond Earth. SpaceX, led by Musk, has achieved groundbreaking milestones, from landing reusable rockets to sending astronauts to the International Space Station, while Bezos'…-
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