Jensen Huang's children lead Nvidia robotics projects
- Nvidia supplies chips and open source software for Chinese robots.
- The business of "physical AI" brings in $10 billion a year.
- Huang's daughter and son lead marketing and development.
- China produces 90% of humanoids but relies on Nvidia.
Against the backdrop of discussions in the US about a possible ban on the import of Chinese robots, the American giant Nvidia continues to actively support local manufacturers by supplying them with both specialized chips and software solutions for creating applied AI models.
Financial potential of "physical AI"
According to The Wall Street Journal, the division dealing with so-called "physical AI" is already generating about $10 billion in annual revenue for Nvidia. CEO Jensen Huang predicts that in the next decade, revenue in this area could grow tenfold, making it one of the key drivers of the company's growth.
Hardware solutions and their applications
Nvidia has specialized processors in its arsenal, such as the Thor series, which are used in leading Chinese humanoid robot projects, including those by Unitree. These chips provide the necessary computing power to manage complex movements and sensory systems.
In addition to hardware, Nvidia offers open weight sets for AI models, making it easier for developers to access advanced algorithms and speeding up the training process for robots.
Family factor in management
Jensen Huang's daughter, Madison, has taken the lead in the marketing direction related to robotics. Last month, she visited the LG Electronics factory in South Korea and participated in the World Robot Exhibition in Beijing, where she was spotted next to the booths of Chinese companies using the Nvidia platform.
The company's son, Spencer, is in charge of product development and is already presenting at industry conferences, showcasing the results of collaborative projects.
The Chinese market and dependence on Nvidia technologies
China produces about 90% of all humanoid robots in the world; however, in the area of components and control software, it remains heavily dependent on foreign suppliers, particularly Nvidia. Despite the Chinese authorities' push for technological self-sufficiency, they continue to use the company's solutions during the development and training of robots.
In Nvidia's laboratories in both the USA and China, there are samples of Chinese humanoids that are used for experimental research. The company publishes scientific papers by Chinese researchers in the field of robotics and involves them in joint projects.
Prospects of autonomous transport
In July, Jensen Huang stated that autopilot would be the first application area of robotics capable of having a significant impact on the market and providing substantial economic potential. Nvidia is expanding its team of specialists in China working on robotics and autonomous driving systems, highlighting the strategic importance of these areas for the company.
Source: 3DNews
