Tomorrow - ein McKinsey Podcast Humanoide Robotik: Vom technologischen Durchbruch zur industriellen Anwendung
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Jan 8, 2026 Join robotics expert Christian Jansen, a McKinsey partner, as he takes us through the fascinating world of humanoid robotics. He discusses how these versatile machines, blending AI with physical skills, are set to revolutionize industries. Christian highlights current capabilities, such as performing structured tasks and the hurdles of battery life and dexterity. He also examines the competitive landscape and forecasts a future where humanoids reshape production models and staffing by 2040. Buckle up for an insightful journey into the future of work!
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General-Purpose Robotics Explained
- General-purpose (humanoid) robotics combines AI with mechatronic breakthroughs to act in human-built environments.
- This enables flexible task learning from images and demonstrations instead of lengthy single-task integration.
Where Humanoids Will Arrive First
- Humanoid robots will appear first where environments are structured and task complexity is low.
- Expect earlier industrial deployments (warehouses, factories) and much later household tasks like folding clothes.
Four Hurdles To Scale
- Scaling humanoid robots requires breakthroughs across safety, uptime, dexterity and cost.
- Regulatory standards and new safety concepts are critical before widescale deployment near humans.