Foxconn and Nvidia are reportedly preparing to use humanoid robots to assemble Nvidia’s next-generation GB300 AI servers at a new manufacturing facility in Houston, Texas. This move would mark the first time Nvidia products are assembled with the help of humanoid robots, and it could also be a first for Foxconn’s AI server production operations. The project represents a major step in manufacturing automation, reflecting the tech industry's increasing interest in robotics to streamline production and reduce reliance on human labor for repetitive tasks.
According to sources, the companies are still finalizing the setup, but the humanoid robots are expected to be introduced in early 2026, when the Houston plant officially begins operations. Although the number of robots and their specific roles haven’t been revealed, internal presentations indicate they will perform tasks like object handling, cable insertion, and basic assembly—core activities on a server production line.
Foxconn has reportedly been developing its own humanoid robots in partnership with Nvidia and has also tested units from Chinese robotics firm UBTech. However, it remains uncertain which model will ultimately be used in the Houston factory. Being a newly built facility, the Houston site offers a key advantage—ample space to support extensive robotic integration, something older factories may lack.
The new robots being developed by Foxconn include two types: one with robotic legs and another with a wheeled base, which is expected to be more cost-effective. These will be showcased at Foxconn’s tech event in November.
For Nvidia, this step deepens its involvement in robotics. Beyond using robots on its own production lines, Nvidia also provides software platforms to support the development of intelligent robots by other companies. Earlier this year, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang stated that humanoid robots could become a regular part of factory life within five years.
This initiative is part of a broader push by Nvidia to expand its AI infrastructure. In April, it announced plans to build supercomputing manufacturing hubs in Texas, partnering with Foxconn in Houston and Wistron in Dallas. These facilities are expected to begin scaling up within 12 to 15 months.
On a global scale, the use of humanoid robots in manufacturing is gaining momentum. Automakers like Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Tesla are actively testing them on production lines. China, too, is investing heavily in robotics as part of a national push to automate more of its industrial sector.
Neither Foxconn nor Nvidia has officially commented on the report, and the sources cited remain anonymous due to confidentiality agreements.
