Several companies, including Honda, Hyundai Motor’s Boston Dynamics, Microsoft, and Nvidia-backed startup Figure, are also developing humanoid robots. These robots are expected to meet potential labor shortages and perform repetitive tasks in various industries. This year, Figure signed a partnership with BMW to deploy humanoid robots in the car maker’s U.S. facility.
Key takeaways:
- Tesla's humanoid robot, Optimus, may be ready for sale by the end of next year, according to CEO Elon Musk.
- Several companies are investing in humanoid robots to address potential labor shortages and perform repetitive tasks in various industries.
- Elon Musk has previously stated that robot sales could become a larger part of Tesla's business than car manufacturing.
- Other companies such as Honda, Hyundai Motor’s Boston Dynamics, Microsoft, and Nvidia-backed startup Figure are also developing humanoid robots.