I like this gradual, step-by-step process. Last year, UBTECH’s Liuzhou factory rolled out its 1,000th humanoid robot. It has since moved from a 1,000-unit production line toward a 10,000-unit capacity,now. There’s no grand promise of mass production here. Just a practical, steady push. It’s a manufacturing strategy responding to real market demand(For example, orders for UBTECH's bionic humanoid robot U1 have already over 13k units）, while also building the intelligent, automated production system needed for much larger-scale manufacturing down the road. Humanoids are ultimately a manufacturing challenge:--expanding physical AI into the real world means figuring out how to build them at scale.

Skild‘s physical RSI(recursive self-improvement) ->Start with a foundation model that learns across robots, tasks and embodiments. ->Deploy it across real-world applications. Each deployment adapts to the task, and production data makes it better. ->Feed that experience back into the general model. Every deployment makes the next one smarter. full:

Humanoid robots are fascinating at work. Just look at two TRON2 robots working together: measuring, nailing, assembling, tying rebar… (I could watch that all day.) Construction workers are also in short supply, skilled workers are aging, and young laborers are less willing to do the work and require time to train. Humanoid robots are filling that gap. --- So, can anyone tell me how to move this labor force from indoors to outdoors?

Although this video is a TeleOP, I really like Ultra's strategy of rapid deployment in the customer's field (3PL), and this customer is also more open to experimenting with... a RaaS delivery model. Iterating in real-world operations, collecting real machine and business flow data, gaining customer trust, deploying more humanoid robots... --- Ultra was probably the first to apply an industrial robotic arm + semi-humanoid hybrid solution. That's really great.

The reason I'm a fan of @Ultraroboticsco is they do real world AI robotics NOW. This is live footage from a 3PL customer site with three Ultra bots coordinating to build boxes, pack, tape, label and place into the correct USPS, Fedex, etc. bins. Ultra writes all the back end software to integrate with the customer's order processing system, as well as the AI training unique to the application (building boxes, unique widgets, packing material, etc.). Customers are beyond thrilled to use Ultra. Not only is it hard to find employees who don't quit after a few months for these jobs, but when bought under a RaaS contract, payback time is ZERO. They save money immediately. Sound on.

The combination of humanoid robots and industrial robotic arms Like the combination of old and new systems, it's not a replacement, but an enhancement. Limix's modular TRON2 utilizes the flexibility of industrial robotic arms to operate freely in indoor spaces. It replaces workers in high-risk tasks that require climbing.

Just like folding clothes, filling popcorn boxes are basic skills for humanoid robots.🍿🤖 Pick up the box, scoop in the popcorn, and hand it to the customer... With practiced ease, these robots can replace humans in repetitive tasks at cinemas, shopping malls, and events, allowing store clerks to serve more customers. This is the Shenzhen DexForce W1 Pro wheeled humanoid robot.

China's first humanoid robot factory in Europe--a new beginning. Europe’s first humanoid mass-production line is now running in Šabac, Serbia. On Aug 29, AGIBOT and Minth Group started the factory; President Vučić attended. It is also the first robot plant a Chinese company has built in Europe. Phase 1 is about €20 million and 3,000 m²: assembly of humanoids and robot dogs, plus motion/vision calibration and testing. Plan for this year is 500 units. First deliveries go to the 2027 Belgrade specialized Expo; the Serbian government intends to buy about 80 for greeting and cleaning. A larger robot industrial park is next, with total investment around €200 million. At full build-out, annual capacity for humanoids and robot dogs is up to 20,000, aimed at Europe and the rest of the world. The FCC ban on new foreign-made humanoids and quadrupeds has not stopped Chinese firms from going overseas--Serbia is the first stop. While Tesla, Figure, and Boston Dynamics push their own humanoids into the market, China‘s companies like AGIBOT are speeding up local plants to lock in a first-mover position outside the U.S.

China's first humanoid robot factory in Europe--a new beginning. Europe’s first humanoid mass-production line is now running in Šabac, Serbia. On Aug 29, AGIBOT and Minth Group started the factory; President Vučić attended. It is also the first robot plant a Chinese company has built in Europe. Phase 1 is about €20 million and 3,000 m²: assembly of humanoids and robot dogs, plus motion/vision calibration and testing. Plan for this year is 500 units. First deliveries go to the 2027 Belgrade specialized Expo; the Serbian government intends to buy about 80 for greeting and cleaning. A larger robot industrial park is next, with total investment around €200 million. At full build-out, annual capacity for humanoids and robot dogs is up to 20,000, aimed at Europe and the rest of the world. The FCC ban on new foreign-made humanoids and quadrupeds has not stopped Chinese firms from going overseas--Serbia is the first stop. While Tesla, Figure, and Boston Dynamics push their own humanoids into the market, China‘s companies like AGIBOT are speeding up local plants to lock in a first-mover position outside the U.S.

World Labs released Atlas,--a multimodal world model. It may speed up how humanoids are trained and deployed in factories, warehouses, construction... Before a humanoid/robot enters a real workspace, a small set of on-site recordings can reconstruct the scene in simulation and capture how objects move and interact. Once the task runs in sim, objects, poses, robot motion, lighting, and background can be varied to produce diverse training data and large-scale test environments--real2sim2real That shortens the path from capture to training and lowers the cost of bringing a new scene into distribution. However,contact force and tactile data still require the physical robot.

World Labs released Atlas,--a multimodal world model. It may speed up how humanoids are trained and deployed in factories, warehouses, construction... Before a humanoid/robot enters a real workspace, a small set of on-site recordings can reconstruct the scene in simulation and capture how objects move and interact. Once the task runs in sim, objects, poses, robot motion, lighting, and background can be varied to produce diverse training data and large-scale test environments--real2sim2real That shortens the path from capture to training and lowers the cost of bringing a new scene into distribution. However,contact force and tactile data still require the physical robot.

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Watching humanoid robots work is fascinating. It's like watching a kid attempt a simple, sequential task for the first time. This is Shenzhen AI² Robotics' humanoid robot tea server. After receiving an order from a viewer via tablet, it begins preparing the drink. Its left gripper controls the cup, while its right dexterous hand taps the screen. No equipment has been modified for it; these are machines that human employees operate daily. The staff don't actually need to do these repetitive tasks; you can see they have time to interact with customers… However, currently, replenishing ingredients still requires human intervention.

Chinese Humanoid Robots "Land" in Germany IFA 2026 was held in Berlin from September 4th to 8th. Unlike previous years, this year's IFA Next (Hall 25) focused on humanoid robots, officially touted as IFA's "largest humanoid robot exhibition ever." However, it felt more like a Chinese humanoid robot exhibition at IFA,Let's take a look: >UBTECH(Shenzhen)--A matrix of humanoid robots covering industrial, commercial, and residential applications. >Unitree(Hangzhou)--Having just completed its IPO, it has rolled out 18,000 humanoid robots. >AGIBOT(Shanghai) --It can be said that AGIBOT is a microcosm of the humanoid robot industry chain.15,000 units rolled off the production line. >Galbot (Beijing)--More than 100 humanoid robots operate retail stores, pharmacies, and retail kiosks. >EngineAI (Shenzhen)--The T800 fighter also entered the factory and the streets. >Pudu (Shenzhen)--It has built an ecosystem for its humanoid robots, with cumulative shipments exceeding 130,000 units for commercial service applications. >DEEP Robotics(Hangzhou)--The waterproof and dustproof humanoid robot D2 is inspecting the power station. >RobotEra(Beijing)--the M7 fleet of humanoid robots sorting packages in logistics warehouses has already become a global phenomenon. >AiMOGA (Wuhu-Anhui)--At car dealerships, humanoid robots that help guide customers and alleviate traffic congestion (1,300 units sold). >UniX AI (Suzhou)--WANDA, a humanoid robot undergoing hotel operations and home trials. >Zeroth Robotics(Suzhou)--Building humanoid home robot >Booster Robotics (Beijing)--Booster dominated the humanoid robot soccer match, and the new T2 model left a deep impression. >MagicLab Robotics(Suzhou)--Dream's independently incubated humanoid robot company also covers humanoid robot products for industrial, home, and commercial use. >Youibot (Shenzhen)--Humanoid robots were born from industrial mobile robots (AMRs). >Keenon (Shanghai)--Use job role models to deploy humanoid robots, such as humanoid robots for hotel rooms. >PrimeBOT(Shanghai)--A consumer-grade humanoid robot that can switch between quadruped and humanoid forms. >Dobot (Shenzhen)--Collaborative Arm + Humanoid Atom --- And don't miss out, automakers and home appliance brands like XPENG(IRON),Xiaomi(CyberOne2) Haier, LG, TCL, and Hisense will also be showcasing their humanoid robots. This contrasts sharply with the US FCC's inclusion of several new-generation Chinese humanoid/quadruped robots on its restricted list at the end of July this year, making the European market the main battleground for Chinese humanoid robots going global. What will CES2027 be like?

Chinese Humanoid Robots "Land" in Germany IFA 2026 was held in Berlin from September 4th to 8th. Unlike previous years, this year's IFA Next (Hall 25) focused on humanoid robots, officially touted as IFA's "largest humanoid robot exhibition ever." However, it felt more like a Chinese humanoid robot exhibition at IFA,Let's take a look: >UBTECH(Shenzhen)--A matrix of humanoid robots covering industrial, commercial, and residential applications. >Unitree(Hangzhou)--Having just completed its IPO, it has rolled out 18,000 humanoid robots. >AGIBOT(Shanghai) --It can be said that AGIBOT is a microcosm of the humanoid robot industry chain.15,000 units rolled off the production line. >Galbot (Beijing)--More than 100 humanoid robots operate retail stores, pharmacies, and retail kiosks. >EngineAI (Shenzhen)--The T800 fighter also entered the factory and the streets. >Pudu (Shenzhen)--It has built an ecosystem for its humanoid robots, with cumulative shipments exceeding 130,000 units for commercial service applications. >DEEP Robotics(Hangzhou)--The waterproof and dustproof humanoid robot D2 is inspecting the power station. >RobotEra(Beijing)--the M7 fleet of humanoid robots sorting packages in logistics warehouses has already become a global phenomenon. >AiMOGA (Wuhu-Anhui)--At car dealerships, humanoid robots that help guide customers and alleviate traffic congestion (1,300 units sold). >UniX AI (Suzhou)--WANDA, a humanoid robot undergoing hotel operations and home trials. >Zeroth Robotics(Suzhou)--Building humanoid home robot >Booster Robotics (Beijing)--Booster dominated the humanoid robot soccer match, and the new T2 model left a deep impression. >MagicLab Robotics(Suzhou)--Dream's independently incubated humanoid robot company also covers humanoid robot products for industrial, home, and commercial use. >Youibot (Shenzhen)--Humanoid robots were born from industrial mobile robots (AMRs). >Keenon (Shanghai)--Use job role models to deploy humanoid robots, such as humanoid robots for hotel rooms. >PrimeBOT(Shanghai)--A consumer-grade humanoid robot that can switch between quadruped and humanoid forms. >Dobot (Shenzhen)--Collaborative Arm + Humanoid Atom --- And don't miss out, automakers and home appliance brands like XPENG(IRON),Xiaomi(CyberOne2) Haier, LG, TCL, and Hisense will also be showcasing their humanoid robots. This contrasts sharply with the US FCC's inclusion of several new-generation Chinese humanoid/quadruped robots on its restricted list at the end of July this year, making the European market the main battleground for Chinese humanoid robots going global. What will CES2027 be like?

Watching humanoid robots work is fascinating. It's like watching a kid attempt a simple, sequential task for the first time. This is Shenzhen AI² Robotics' humanoid robot tea server. After receiving an order from a viewer via tablet, it begins preparing the drink. Its left gripper controls the cup, while its right dexterous hand taps the screen. No equipment has been modified for it; these are machines that human employees operate daily. The staff don't actually need to do these repetitive tasks; you can see they have time to interact with customers… However, currently, replenishing ingredients still requires human intervention.

Humanoid ice cream maker, now on shift in Shanghai. Sharpa’s wheeled North is behind the counter at DQ on Wujiang Road. Open the cabinet, fit the ring, pull a paper cup, dispense, scoop Oreo, blend, flip it upside down. 55 steps, no cuts. Same machines, same cups…They didn’t rebuild the kitchen. Two Wave hands work the sequence the way a person would, left and right together. Even with gloves on, the tactile sensing stays precise enough to hold a soft cup through blending and the upside-down flip. CraftNet( VTLA)is what’s driving that. It’s still slow…6–7 minutes a cup; a good crew member does it in 2–3. But,I don’t mind that yet. What I’m watching is whether a long, messy sequence can stay together on hardware that was never designed for a robot. (Humanoid robots are gradually entering people's daily lives.)

Humanoid ice cream maker, now on shift in Shanghai. Sharpa’s wheeled North is behind the counter at DQ on Wujiang Road. Open the cabinet, fit the ring, pull a paper cup, dispense, scoop Oreo, blend, flip it upside down. 55 steps, no cuts. Same machines, same cups…They didn’t rebuild the kitchen. Two Wave hands work the sequence the way a person would, left and right together. Even with gloves on, the tactile sensing stays precise enough to hold a soft cup through blending and the upside-down flip. CraftNet( VTLA)is what’s driving that. It’s still slow…6–7 minutes a cup; a good crew member does it in 2–3. But,I don’t mind that yet. What I’m watching is whether a long, messy sequence can stay together on hardware that was never designed for a robot. (Humanoid robots are gradually entering people's daily lives.)