Summary of the Conference Call on China Humanoid Robot Industry Industry Overview - The report focuses on the **China Humanoid Robot** industry, highlighting the findings from a recent AI tour in Hangzhou, China [1][11]. Key Findings 1. **Application of Robots**: - Robot dogs have more defined end applications compared to humanoid robots, which are primarily used in academia and education rather than industrial applications due to high costs, low intelligence, and reliability issues [1][3]. - The total addressable market (TAM) for robot dogs in the power and utility sector in China is estimated to reach **Rmb 10 billion** [2]. 2. **Joint Solutions**: - Most Chinese humanoid robot manufacturers prefer using planetary reducers for joints due to their lower cost, despite the drawbacks of lower torque output and higher backlash compared to harmonic reducers [4]. 3. **Component Localization**: - While servo motors and reducers are mainly sourced from Chinese manufacturers, the localization rates for encoders and controllers remain low, with significant reliance on foreign suppliers such as German companies [5]. 4. **Market Implications**: - The launch of UBTECH's humanoid robot, **Tiangong Walker**, priced at **Rmb 299K**, is viewed positively as it may accelerate revenue growth for the company [3]. - Shuanghuan Drive is identified as a likely beneficiary of the rising demand for planetary reducers [4]. Company Insights - **UBTECH Robotics (9880.HK)**: - Positive outlook due to the launch of educational humanoid robots [3]. - **Shuanghuan Drive (002472.SZ)**: - Expected to benefit from increased demand for planetary reducers [4]. - **Hengli Hydraulic (601100.SS)** and **Leader Drive (688017.SS)**: - Anticipated positive share price movements as Tesla may shortlist suppliers for its humanoid robot, Optimus, with mass production expected to start in April 2025 [6]. Financial Metrics - A peer comparison of humanoid robot supply chain companies indicates varying market caps and P/E ratios, with UBTECH having a market cap of **$5.624 billion** and a target price indicating a **44% upside** [10]. Additional Considerations - The report emphasizes the geopolitical factors influencing the demand for specialty applications of robot dogs, particularly in military contexts [2]. - The reliance on foreign technology for critical components like encoders and controllers poses a risk to the localization strategy of Chinese manufacturers [5]. This summary encapsulates the essential insights and implications for the China humanoid robot industry, highlighting both opportunities and challenges within the sector.