机器人竞赛堪比工业革命，而美国正在输给中国

Group 1 - The humanoid robot sector is experiencing a competitive race, with China currently leading significantly [3] - JPMorgan predicts the potential market for humanoid robots could reach 5 billion units in the coming years, while Elon Musk forecasts at least 10 billion units by 2040 [3] - China has successfully applied for 5,590 humanoid robot-related patents in the past five years, far surpassing the 1,442 patents filed by the United States [3] Group 2 - SemiAnalysis reports that humanoid robots are poised to reshape the global economy, indicating that only China has the capability to seize this automation opportunity [4] - The report warns that unless the U.S. significantly enhances its robot R&D capabilities, it risks being surpassed in various sectors [4] - China is well-positioned to dominate the robot industry and supply chain due to government support, leading research levels, and strong supply chain capabilities [4] Group 3 - China's manufacturing output exceeds that of any other country, producing one-third of global manufacturing output and increasingly high-quality products [5] - The supply chain advantage means global competitors heavily rely on China for humanoid robot components, despite the U.S. having a lead in developing the "brain" components [5] - Approximately 56% of humanoid robot supply chain companies are located in China, highlighting its dominance in the sector [5] Group 4 - The humanoid robot industry is still in its infancy, and the extent to which humans will accept working alongside robots or be replaced by them remains uncertain [6] - The current competitive landscape indicates that unless the U.S., Europe, Japan, and South Korea take serious and large-scale actions, it will be challenging to compete with China in the long run [6] - The initiative in the robot sector currently lies with China [6]