The quest to build robots that look and behave like humans

The article discusses the growing efforts to create humanoid robots that can function in human-designed environments. Companies like Agility Robotics and Boston Dynamics are making significant strides with robots such as Digit and Atlas, respectively. These robots are being tested for tasks in warehouses and manufacturing settings. The primary allure of humanoid robots lies in their versatility, which makes them suitable for a wide range of applications given that they can navigate spaces built for humans.

Opens on The Economist