Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the current state and future potential of humanoid robots in manufacturing, highlighting the collaboration between companies like 富临精工, 智元机器人, and 安努智能 in advancing this technology [3][7][12]. Group 1: Current State of Humanoid Robots - The factory in Sichuan is producing parts for electric vehicles and humanoid robots, but humanoid robots are not yet the main workforce [3]. - Most robots in the factory are traditional mechanical arms or older robots, with only four humanoid robots currently in operation [4][6]. - The humanoid robots are limited to standardized tasks and are not yet capable of complex operations due to stability issues [6][10]. Group 2: Collaboration and Investment - The partnership between 富临精工, 智元机器人, and 安努智能 focuses on integrating humanoid robots into manufacturing processes [7][12]. - The price range for humanoid robots like 智元's A2-W is between 400,000 to 800,000 yuan [7]. - 安努智能 recently completed a seed round of financing led by a major A-share listed company, indicating investor confidence in the humanoid robotics sector [8]. Group 3: Future Prospects and Challenges - The humanoid robotics industry is still in its early stages, with significant room for growth and development [8][14]. - 智元机器人 is pursuing a strategic acquisition of 上纬新材, which could enhance its market position and operational capabilities [8]. - The focus is on refining specific applications in industrial settings before expanding capabilities, emphasizing the need for accuracy and efficiency [9][11].

出品｜虎嗅科技组 作者｜宋思杭 编辑｜苗正卿 头图｜虎嗅拍摄 距离四川绵阳市中心9.5km的地方，矗立着大约20万平方米的工厂。这里是一家为新能源汽车和人形机器人生产零部件的工厂，但与此 同时，人形机器人也正在成为工厂里的"工人"，但目前来看，他们还没有成为"主力"。 当天的室外温度为34度，尽管还没有达到40度的酷暑天气，但对于工厂里的工人来说，他们要忍受的不仅仅是温度，还有汽车原材料产 生的难闻气味以及室内70分贝的噪音。走进工厂内部时，噪音程度是即使两个人面对面也要大声喊话才能听见的程度。在工厂里面的承 重墙上还挂着"国际爱耳日"。富临精工的相关负责人对虎嗅说道，"人形机器人如果真的能替代我们的工人，这绝对是造福我们。" 来到这里之前，我本来期待着看到人形机器人在生产线上工作的真实模样。然而，当我们穿过一个个生产线和实验室时，看到的大多数 机器人却并不是具身智能或人形机器人，而是由海外生产的机械臂，还有一些甚至是已经运作了28年的"老机器人"。 富临精工工厂 这些"老机器人"一部分在做生产线上"搬运工"，一部分在完成加工工作。然而等到了更高精度的柔性智造环节，连人类操作都无法保证 精度，这些则是需要由机 ...