Andreas Brauchle believes China is leading the way in the development of humanoid robots.
China is leading the US “in the early commercialization of humanoid robots”, according to a tech expert.
Andreas Brauchle, a partner at the consultancy firm Horvath, believes that China is currently leading its international rivals when it comes to the development of humanoid robots.
Brauchle told CNBC: “China currently leads the United States in the early commercialisation of humanoid robots.
“While both countries are expected to build similarly large markets over time, China is scaling more rapidly in this initial phase.”
China’s concerted push to develop humanoid robotics serves a dual purpose for the world’s most populous country, according to another industry expert.
Karel Eloot, a senior partner at McKinsey and Company, told CNBC: “China’s push into humanoid robotics development is driven by a combination of addressing demographic pressures, driving the next horizon of economic growth, and strengthening its role in global competition.”
Meanwhile, Ethan Qi, an associate director at Counterpoint Research, believes China finds itself at a competitive advantage compared to some of its international rivals.
He said: “The depth of China’s supply chain means companies can develop and manufacture robots at a significant cost advantage compared to other regions.”
China ‘leads US in commercialisation of humanoid robots’
