Humanoid robots are poised to enter warehouses, automotive factories and even some homes in increasing numbers by 2025, but it remains to be seen whether they can really last.
The machines of this new revolution will be different from the existing work robots, which are mainly solitary arms that make repetitive movements on assembly lines or wheeled bots that navigate warehouses. Humanoid robots with two arms and legs should more easily fit into spaces designed for humans, but pulling it off will require better artificial intelligence to manage…