Humanoid robots could soon build Nvidia chips at US Foxconn facility

Taiwanese manufacturing giant Foxconn is collaborating with Nvidia to develop humanoid robots intended for deployment at a new Foxconn facility in Houston, Texas. The plan, still under negotiation but expected to be finalized soon, aims to use these robots to assist in the production of Nvidia’s upcoming GB300 AI servers. If realized, this would mark the first time Nvidia products are developed with humanoid robot assistance. The Houston factory was chosen due to its new construction and ample space, facilitating the integration of advanced robotics to potentially increase production speed and reduce manufacturing costs. Foxconn is developing two types of humanoid robots, one with legs and another with a wheeled autonomous mobile robot (AMR) base, the latter being a more cost-effective option. These robots are expected to be operational by early next year, coinciding with the start of GB300 server production. This initiative aligns with broader industry trends, as companies like Mercedes-Benz and BMW have also tested humanoid robots on their production lines. Nvidia recently