Group 1 - Hyundai Motor plans to deploy humanoid robots at its manufacturing plant in Georgia, USA, starting in 2028, marking a significant step in automating high-risk, repetitive manufacturing tasks [1][2] - The Atlas humanoid robot, developed by Boston Dynamics, features human-sized arms, tactile sensing capabilities, and can carry a maximum load of 50 kilograms (110 pounds), with operational adaptability in temperatures ranging from -20°C to 40°C [2] - Hyundai aims to implement these robots for parts sorting tasks by 2028, with plans to expand their application to assembly and other complex operations by 2030, thereby reducing the physical burden on workers [2][3] Group 2 - Concerns about job displacement due to automation have led Kia Motors' union to call for a dedicated body to address labor rights issues in the AI era [3] - Hyundai's Vice Chairman emphasized the need for additional human resources to maintain and train the robots, acknowledging public concerns about unemployment [3] - The company is collaborating with leading AI firms like NVIDIA and Google to accelerate the development of physical AI, which encompasses robotics, smart factories, and autonomous driving [3][4] Group 3 - Hyundai is among several companies exploring humanoid robots, with Tesla planning to release its Optimus robot and begin mass production by the end of 2026, while Mercedes-Benz and BMW are also testing humanoid robots in their facilities [4]
现代汽车,拟部署人形机器人