Apptronik Partners with Jabil to Scale Humanoid Robot Production

The collaboration aims to test and manufacture Apollo robots, with plans to deploy them in factories for repetitive tasks and potentially self-replication.

• Apptronik has signed a strategic partnership with Jabil to test and produce its humanoid robot, Apollo, in a real-world factory setting.
• Jabil's factories will initially use Apollo robots for repetitive tasks like inspection, sorting, and assembly, supporting human workers by freeing up time for more complex projects.
• The Apollo robots, designed for scalability and cost efficiency, may eventually be used to assist in manufacturing additional robots if testing proves successful.
• Apptronik's collaboration with Jabil follows earlier agreements with companies like Mercedes-Benz, highlighting growing interest in humanoid robots for industrial applications.
• The partnership reflects broader advancements in humanoid robotics, with competitors like Figure also accelerating development and testing in both industrial and home use cases.

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