German humanoid robot welder to tackle high-risk jobs at Hyundai’s shipyard
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Hyundai is partnering with German firm Neura Robotics to test humanoid and quadruped robots in shipbuilding. The 4NE1 humanoid robot will perform welding and assembly tasks at Korean shipyards, aiming to improve safety, efficiency, and productivity in this challenging industry. The collaboration, announced at a trade fair in Munich, seeks to address labor shortages and automate complex processes. Full deployment of welding robots in shipyards is expected by 2027.
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