SIASUN(SZ:300024)2025-08-05 03:16Summary of Humanoid Robot Consumer and Intern Surveys: China Enthusiasm, US Divided Industry Overview - The report focuses on the humanoid robotics industry, particularly consumer sentiment in the US and China regarding humanoid robots and their potential impact on society. Key Findings Consumer Sentiment - Survey Scope: Approximately 4,000 responses were collected, with around 2,000 from the US and 2,060 from China, providing a representative view of societal attitudes towards humanoid robots [2][10]. - Optimism Gap: Chinese consumers exhibit significantly more optimism towards humanoid robots compared to US consumers. - In the US, 34% believe humanoids will have many viable use cases, and 32% expect wide-scale adoption within the next 5 years. In contrast, 67% of Chinese respondents believe in viable use cases, and 66% anticipate adoption in the same timeframe [3][10]. - The perception of humanoids having a positive overall impact on society is starkly different: 5% net positive in the US versus 61% in China [3][10]. Influencing Factors - Media Coverage and Government Support: The disparity in optimism is attributed to the level of media coverage and government backing in each country. China has seen extensive media coverage and government initiatives promoting humanoid robots, including public events and development plans [4][10]. Demographic Insights - Intern Survey: A separate survey of ~530 North American summer interns revealed a more cautious stance on humanoid adoption compared to the general US population, with a notable majority advocating for regulation for consumer protection [12][10]. - Age and Income Influence: Younger respondents (16-24 years) in the US showed more optimism than older demographics, while higher-income individuals were generally more positive about humanoid robots' potential and societal impact [24][26][34]. Additional Insights - Regulation and Job Replacement Concerns: A significant portion of respondents in both countries expressed the belief that humanoids should be regulated for consumer protection. Concerns about job replacement were more pronounced among US respondents [9][11][34]. - Interest in In-Home Robots: Interest in household humanoid robots was notably higher among younger, male, and higher-income respondents in both countries, with Chinese consumers showing a greater inclination towards early adoption [30][38][43]. Conclusion - The survey highlights a clear divide in consumer sentiment towards humanoid robots between the US and China, driven by cultural, media, and governmental influences. The findings suggest potential investment opportunities in the humanoid robotics sector, particularly in markets with strong government support and consumer enthusiasm.