{"id":93379,"date":"2026-01-21T14:10:55","date_gmt":"2026-01-21T11:10:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/forklog.com\/en\/?p=93379"},"modified":"2026-01-21T14:39:20","modified_gmt":"2026-01-21T11:39:20","slug":"tesla-revives-dojo-project-for-space-based-ai-computing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/forklog.com\/en\/tesla-revives-dojo-project-for-space-based-ai-computing\/","title":{"rendered":"Tesla Revives Dojo Project for Space-Based AI Computing"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Tesla is set to resume work on Dojo3, a previously abandoned project aimed at developing a third-generation AI chip for electric vehicles. The chip will now be used for space-based computations, according to Elon Musk.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Now that the AI5 chip design is in good shape, Tesla will restart work on Dojo3. <\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re interested in working on what will be the highest volume chips in the world, send a note to AI_Chips@Tesla.com with 3 bullet points on the toughest technical problems you\u2019ve solved.<\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/elonmusk\/status\/2013034224828215706?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">January 18, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p> <script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Dojo is Tesla&#8217;s specialised supercomputer and computing platform designed for training neural networks on vast arrays of video and sensor data.<\/p>\n<p>The development was first discussed in April 2019, when the company introduced its autopilot chips. At that time, Musk positioned Dojo as a key element of Tesla&#8217;s AI strategy and actively promoted the project in subsequent years.<\/p>\n<p>The initiative faced challenges. In July 2024, ahead of the robotaxi presentation, Musk promised to &#8220;double efforts&#8221; on the platform&#8217;s development. However, by August 2025, the billionaire unexpectedly <a href=\"https:\/\/forklog.com\/en\/news\/elon-musks-unfulfilled-promises-from-robots-to-supercomputers\">announced<\/a> the project&#8217;s closure and the disbandment of the team. Despite plans to release a second-generation system (Dojo 2) in 2026, he called the project an &#8220;evolutionary dead end.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Now, more ambitious plans are being set for Dojo&#8217;s development.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">AI4 by itself will achieve self-driving safety levels very far above human. <\/p>\n<p>AI5 will make the cars almost perfect and greatly enhance Optimus.<\/p>\n<p>AI6 will be for Optimus and data centers. <\/p>\n<p>AI7\/Dojo3 will be space-based AI compute.<\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/elonmusk\/status\/2012756384559817033?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">January 18, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p> <script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cAI7\/Dojo3 will be designed for space-based AI computing,\u201d Musk stated.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Tesla is preparing to reassemble the team it disbanded several months ago.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cIf you\u2019re interested in working on what will be the highest volume chips in the world, send a note to AI_Chips@Tesla.com with three bullet points on the toughest technical problems you\u2019ve solved,\u201d the entrepreneur noted.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Space: The Future Trend<\/h2>\n<p>Musk and several other company leaders believe the future of data centers lies beyond Earth. They argue that the planet&#8217;s energy grids are nearing their limits.<\/p>\n<p>The advantages include virtually unlimited access to solar energy and space for equipment deployment. The downside is the high cost of rocket launches with the necessary infrastructure.<\/p>\n<p>Analysts from research group 33FG <a href=\"https:\/\/forklog.com\/en\/news\/analysts-predict-cheaper-ai-computing-in-space-by-2030\">have calculated<\/a> that AI computations in orbit will become economically viable by 2030.<\/p>\n<p>Google was one of the first to take the initiative. The firm <a href=\"https:\/\/forklog.com\/en\/news\/google-unveils-plan-for-space-based-ai-hub\">announced<\/a> a plan to create a network of satellites in low Earth orbit, enabling energy generation to power data centers.<\/p>\n<p>The idea is <a href=\"https:\/\/forklog.com\/en\/news\/elon-musks-unfulfilled-promises-from-robots-to-supercomputers\">supported<\/a> by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, but Elon Musk has a strategic advantage\u2014control over delivery means.<\/p>\n<p>The entrepreneur plans to use the upcoming <span data-descr=\"initial public offering\" class=\"old_tooltip\">IPO<\/span> of SpaceX to fund his idea of using Starship to launch groups of computing satellites that can operate in constant sunlight and gather energy around the clock.<\/p>\n<p>Back in May 2025, China <a href=\"https:\/\/forklog.com\/en\/news\/china-embarks-on-assembly-of-ai-supercomputer-in-space\">sent<\/a> 12 satellites into space as part of a project to launch a network of orbital supercomputers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tesla will resume work on Dojo3, a project to develop a third-generation AI chip for electric vehicles. 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