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Mercedes Introduces Humanoid Robots to Automate Factory Tasks

The robots, developed in partnership with Apptronik, aim to improve efficiency and address labor shortages.

Robotics in Mercedes-Benz Production
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Overview

  • Mercedes has partnered with Apptronik to deploy humanoid robots, named Apollo, in its factories to automate physically demanding and repetitive tasks.
  • The Apollo robots are designed to work alongside human workers, capable of lifting up to 55 pounds and standing at 5ft 8 inches tall.
  • The initiative aims to address labor shortages and improve production efficiency without needing to redesign factory layouts.
  • Similar humanoid robots are being explored by other car manufacturers, including BMW and Tesla, indicating a growing trend in the automotive industry.
  • Concerns about job displacement and the ethical implications of AI and robotics in the workforce are being raised by labor unions and policymakers.