According to a Vietnam News Agency (VNA) correspondent in China, a recent research report by market research firm TrendForce indicates that 2026 will be a pivotal year for the commercialization of humanoid robots, with global shipments expected to exceed 50,000 units, representing an annual growth rate of over 700%.
Research reports indicate that the US humanoid robotics industry has shifted from technology demonstration to practical validation, with core competitiveness moving from simple mobility to system integration and scenario-based deployment.
Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) such as Tesla, Boston Dynamics, and Agility Robotics are focusing on the stability of robots during long-term operation, energy efficiency, and real-time reasoning capabilities of artificial intelligence (AI) models.
TrendForce predicts 2026 will be a pivotal year for market entry, where the ability of American companies to find sustainable application models in manufacturing, logistics, and even household services will be crucial for products to move from research and development to large-scale commercial deployment.
Meanwhile, China's humanoid robotics industry is characterized by diverse application scenarios and tiered pricing. Companies like Unitree Robotics and AgiBot continue to push large-scale pilot programs with low-cost products, aiming to build a foundation for the consumer market; Fourier focuses on healthcare and assistance applications, differentiating itself through emotional interaction and medical experiences. UBTECH, leveraging its abundant capital, is deeply involved in the automotive manufacturing sector.
According to TrendForce's analysis, the key to the development of humanoid robots in China by 2026 lies in balancing two approaches: mass adoption with low prices and differentiation with high-end pricing, while gradually accumulating data and application experience to support long-term competitiveness.
Source: https://www.vietnamplus.vn/du-bao-2026-nam-then-chot-cho-viec-thuong-mai-hoa-robot-hinh-nguoi-post1082325.vnp
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