AMSTERDAM, March 16 - European chipmakers Infineon, NXP, and STMicroelectronics have announced partnerships with Nvidia to develop hardware for humanoid robots. The collaboration comes ahead of Nvidia’s GPU Technology Conference, where its Jetson Thor processors are expected to be highlighted as the central computing platform.
European firms will supply critical components including sensors, motion control, power management, and high-speed internal communications-key elements for reliable robot function. Their expertise in automotive electronics offers a natural overlap, given shared technical demands.
Infineon emphasized digital twin technology for pre-deployment testing, while STMicroelectronics focused on integrating cameras and motion sensors into Nvidia-based systems. NXP highlighted ultra-fast internal data loops, enabling real-time voice command processing and coordinated responses.
Analysts estimate Nvidia powers over 80% of humanoid robots, with sales expected to exceed 50,000 units this year. High-end models reach $200,000, while lower-cost versions start at $20,000. Each robot may require around $500 in components.
No financial terms were disclosed.