Key Takeaway
Humanoid robots are expected to emerge within a few years, with the manufacturing sector likely being the first to adopt them due to specific use cases and structured environments. Renting a humanoid robot is estimated at around $100,000, making it economically viable. Current applications focus on factories and warehouses, but advancements aim to enable their use in more complex settings, potentially addressing labor shortages. Additionally, Nvidia has introduced the GR00T N1 foundation model, featuring a dual-system architecture inspired by human cognition, serving as a pre-trained AI system for specialized robotic applications.
“Humanoid robots will soon be roaming among us; this isn’t a problem for five years down the line, but rather a few years away,” he told journalists following his speech at GTC.
The manufacturing sector is expected to be the first to adopt humanoid robots: “because the environment is more controlled and the use case is more defined,” he explains.
“The value is straightforward to assess. The typical cost for renting a humanoid robot is around US$100,000, which I believe offers solid economics.”
While current uses are mainly in structured environments like factories and warehouses, ongoing advancements aim to enhance their capabilities in more complex scenarios, potentially transforming industries that are experiencing labor shortages.
Nvidia’s Isaac GR00T N1 Foundation Model: Introducing dual-system architecture for robotics
Nvidia’s GR00T N1 foundation model – a pre-trained AI system that acts as a foundation for more specialized applications – incorporates what Nvidia refers to as a dual-system architecture inspired by human cognition.
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