AgiBot and Others Transition to Domestic Chips Amid Rising Costs in Robotics
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As Chinese robotics companies ramp up production, domestic chips are increasingly replacing Nvidia's offerings due to cost pressures. On July 22, Wang Chuang, Senior Vice President of AgiBot, revealed that the company has begun integrating domestic chips into its robots, including the 'cerebellum' for joint motion control and communication chips, collaborating with various chip manufacturers.
This shift is significant as it reflects a broader trend in the industry where high costs of foreign chips, which can account for one-third of hardware procurement costs, are driving companies like AgiBot and UBTECH to seek local alternatives. UBTECH has even formed a joint venture with domestic chip maker MetaX to focus on the research and mass production of intelligent chips.
Looking ahead, the transition to domestic chips is expected to reshape not only supply chains but also the entire cost structure and competitive landscape of the robotics industry. By 2025, Chinese companies are projected to dominate the global humanoid robot market, with AgiBot leading the way with approximately 5,168 units shipped.
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