In a recent interview, NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang shared his vision for the future, predicting that humanoid robots will soon become mainstream products, revolutionizing various industries.
Huang emphasized that manufacturing costs for humanoid robots will be surprisingly low, comparable to the price range of cheap cars. He proposed a price range of $10,000 to $20,000 for these robots, making them accessible to a wide range of consumers.
Drawing parallels with the automotive industry, Huang highlighted the potential flexibility and versatility of robots in certain man-made environments. He suggested that these robots could handle dangerous, repetitive, or tedious tasks, enhancing efficiency and safety in workplaces.
Supporting Huang’s vision, Tesla CEO Elon Musk has also indicated that the manufacturing cost of the humanoid robot Optimus is only half that of Tesla electric cars. Musk envisioned an initial pricing for Optimus between $25,000 and $30,000, with expected decreases over time.
In alignment with their vision, NVIDIA unveiled Project GR00T, a foundation model for humanoid robots, and introduced Jetson Thor, a powerful computer system designed specifically for these robots. Jetson Thor, based on the NVIDIA Thor system-on-a-chip (SoC), offers advanced performance, power efficiency, and compact size, further driving the advancement of humanoid robotics.
Additionally, NVIDIA’s partnerships with leading humanoid robot companies like 1X Technologies, Agility Robotics, and Boston Dynamics demonstrate a collaborative effort to develop comprehensive AI platforms for robotics.
NVIDIA’s updates to the Isaac platform further empower developers to create and deploy sophisticated robots in various environments. Tools like Isaac Lab for reinforcement learning and OSMO for compute orchestration enable the rapid development of robotic capabilities, while offerings like Isaac Manipulator and Isaac Perceptor provide pre-trained models and advanced functionalities for robotic arms and autonomous mobile robots.
Huang’s foresight, coupled with NVIDIA’s technological advancements, indicates a future where humanoid robots seamlessly integrate into our daily lives, transforming industries and enhancing human capabilities.
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