Already in 2025, the world will see the first prototypes of the human of the future.
China has announced plans to lead the market for realistic humanoid robots, aiming to create the first models by 2025. According to the roadmap presented by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, the country intends to encourage the growth of young companies engaged in this industry, set industry standards, develop talents and deepen international cooperation.
Shares of Chinese robotics companies jumped sharply after the release of this policy guide, adding a new dimension to the tech race between the world's two largest economies — the United States and China. Until now, American companies such as Tesla and Boston Dynamics have retained the advantage in technology.
As the world's leading electronics manufacturer, China aims to achieve breakthroughs in the areas of environmental perception, motion control, and machine-to-human interaction over the next two years. The government supports the use of artificial intelligence in robotics and calls for further research in the development of agile robotic arms, arms and legs.
The policy document does not disclose details, but only explains that by 2027, China plans to create humanoid robots that can think, learn and develop, and it is also planned to establish a reliable industrial supply chain system to support the production of robots.
Shares of Ningbo Zhongda Leader Intelligent Transmission Co. and Miracle Automation Engineering Co. rose by the highest possible 10% on the day, while shares of Siasun Robot & Automation Co. and Shenzhen Sunwin Intelligent Co.also showed growth.
Humanoid robots are expected to be increasingly used to perform tasks traditionally performed by humans, from collecting food in stores to working in dangerous conditions. Several American companies are leading the way in this area: Tesla is developing its humanoid robot Optimus, and Boston Dynamics Digidog robot is already helping police officers on the streets of New York.
Three years ago, Hyundai Motor Group of South Korea acquired control of Boston Dynamics for $1.1 billion. This year, California-based startup Figure raised $70 million to develop a humanoid robot.
China has announced plans to lead the market for realistic humanoid robots, aiming to create the first models by 2025. According to the roadmap presented by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, the country intends to encourage the growth of young companies engaged in this industry, set industry standards, develop talents and deepen international cooperation.
Shares of Chinese robotics companies jumped sharply after the release of this policy guide, adding a new dimension to the tech race between the world's two largest economies — the United States and China. Until now, American companies such as Tesla and Boston Dynamics have retained the advantage in technology.
As the world's leading electronics manufacturer, China aims to achieve breakthroughs in the areas of environmental perception, motion control, and machine-to-human interaction over the next two years. The government supports the use of artificial intelligence in robotics and calls for further research in the development of agile robotic arms, arms and legs.
The policy document does not disclose details, but only explains that by 2027, China plans to create humanoid robots that can think, learn and develop, and it is also planned to establish a reliable industrial supply chain system to support the production of robots.
Shares of Ningbo Zhongda Leader Intelligent Transmission Co. and Miracle Automation Engineering Co. rose by the highest possible 10% on the day, while shares of Siasun Robot & Automation Co. and Shenzhen Sunwin Intelligent Co.also showed growth.
Humanoid robots are expected to be increasingly used to perform tasks traditionally performed by humans, from collecting food in stores to working in dangerous conditions. Several American companies are leading the way in this area: Tesla is developing its humanoid robot Optimus, and Boston Dynamics Digidog robot is already helping police officers on the streets of New York.
Three years ago, Hyundai Motor Group of South Korea acquired control of Boston Dynamics for $1.1 billion. This year, California-based startup Figure raised $70 million to develop a humanoid robot.
