Core Insights - The World Robot Conference (WRC) showcased major manufacturers and suppliers in the robotics industry, with a significant focus on LiDAR technology as a standard for embodied intelligence [1] - Hesai Technology anticipates that its LiDAR shipments in the robotics sector will exceed 200,000 units by 2025, surpassing the total historical deliveries of robotic LiDAR [1] - The demand for robotic lawn mowers is surging, with a notable increase in orders expected this year [1] Industry Trends - The rise of boundary-less robotic lawn mowers has led to a rapid increase in domestic players entering the market, with 32 companies having entered the sector over the past five years [2] - Current global sales of robotic lawn mowers are approximately 1.8 million units, with a penetration rate of less than 10%, indicating the industry is still in its early stages [2] - The combination of hardware and software optimization is crucial for the success of robotic lawn mowers, particularly in North America where grass quality and growth rates demand high-performance equipment [2] Company Developments - Hesai Technology signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Keting Technology to provide 300,000 JT series LiDAR units for their robotic lawn mowers within a year [3] - The JT series LiDAR has achieved mass production of 100,000 units in less than five months, primarily for the lawn mower sector [3] - Suton Juchuang has completed a full-link solution layout involving hardware, chips, and AI technology, with expectations to reach a shipment volume of 100,000 units by 2025 [3] Product Innovations - At the WRC, Hesai Technology showcased two core product solutions: the mini ultra-spherical 3D LiDAR JT series and the next-generation automotive-grade solid-state LiDAR FTX [4] - Suton Juchuang introduced the Active Camera platform, with the second product AC2 set to launch in the second half of the year [4] - The demand for LiDAR is increasing as it is considered an essential sensor for robotic mobility due to its wide sensing range, compact size, and reliability [5] Market Outlook - The demand for embodied intelligence in robotics is expected to grow, with various manufacturers planning to launch humanoid robots by the end of 2024, marking 2025 as a potential commercialization year for humanoid robots [6] - The market for robotic lawn mowers alone could reach millions of units, with the overall market size for service robots projected to surpass that of the automotive sector [6]