Nvidia and Foxconn are in advanced discussions to deploy humanoid robots at a new AI server manufacturing plant in Houston, according to Reuters. If finalised, it would be a historic first for both companies, bringing humanoid robots onto a commercial production line.
The Houston facility, slated to begin operations in early 2026, is reportedly being designed with extra space to accommodate humanoid automation, underscoring the companies’ long-term commitment to AI-driven manufacturing.
What we know so far:
- Foxconn has tested humanoid robots internally and through China’s UBTech.
- Robots have been trained for tasks like object picking, cable insertion, and basic assembly.
- Two humanoid models—a legged robot and a wheeled one—are expected to debut at Foxconn’s November tech event, according to executive Leo Guo.
- Nvidia supplies computing platforms for many robotics developers and will build AI supercomputers in Texas with Foxconn and Wistron.
Why this matters:
This marks Nvidia’s first attempt to use humanoid robots in manufacturing, and it positions Foxconn as a pioneer in integrating robotics into AI server production. The move could accelerate the broader adoption of human-like robots in factory environments, a shift already in motion across the auto industry.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said in March that humanoid robots could become “commonplace in factories within five years.” Automakers like Tesla, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz are also investing heavily in robotics, while China has designated humanoid robots as a strategic national priority.
Neither Nvidia nor Foxconn has publicly confirmed the deal, but industry observers say the Houston project may serve as a model for future AI-enhanced, fully automated factories.
If successful, this deployment could redefine how tech giants approach manufacturing efficiency, labor costs, and robot-human collaboration in the decade ahead.
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