SMRTR Science & EngineeringMay 19, 2026Interesting Engineering

Hyundai expands US robotics strategy with 25,000 Atlas humanoid deployment update

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Hyundai plans to deploy over 25,000 Atlas humanoid robots, built by its subsidiary Boston Dynamics, across Hyundai and Kia factories in the US, with full production capacity reaching 30,000 units annually by 2028. Deployments will begin at Hyundai's Georgia plant in 2028, followed by Kia's Georgia facility in 2029. Atlas uses reinforcement learning and simulation training to handle heavy objects, making it a practical tool for automotive manufacturing.

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