Chinese technology giant Xiaomi – best known globally as one of the world’s largest smartphone makers – is testing humanoid robots in its electric vehicle manufacturing operations, according to a company blog post describing early experiments in a factory environment.
The company says two humanoid robots have been deployed in an automotive assembly workstation where they carried out a repetitive fastening task for several hours.
Xiaomi, which built its reputation in consumer electronics including smartphones, tablets and smart home devices, has recently expanded aggressively into new technologies. In 2024 the company launched its first electric vehicle, the SU7 sedan, marking its entry into the highly competitive EV market. [Read more…] about Xiaomi tests humanoid robots on electric vehicle production line in automotive factory