BMW to test humanoids

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BMW is planning to trial humanoid robots in its US factory to assemble sheet metal parts. The Figure 02, an advanced humanoid robot from US company Figure, will be used for several weeks to fit metal parts, with the goal of saving employees from physically demanding tasks. BMW is also working with Figure to test and evaluate the use of humanoid robots in automobile production. Similarly, Chinese commercial vehicle manufacturer Dongfeng Motor Corporation is partnering with robotic group Ubtech Technology to deploy the industrial-grade humanoid robot, Walker S, in its car manufacturing process. Both companies are exploring the potential of using humanoid robots in production.

Brands mentioned: BMW, Dongfeng Motor Corporation, Ubtech Technology