Inside China’s 'robot school' where humanoid machines are learning everyday tasks

Chinese researchers are training humanoid robots in a dedicated 'robot school' using VR headsets and controllers to teach everyday tasks. This method could speed development of practical robotics and human–robot interaction in China, implying longer-term opportunities for automation and robotics vendors but limited near-term market impact.

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Chinese researchers are training humanoid robots in a dedicated 'robot school' using VR headsets and controllers to teach everyday tasks. This method could speed development of practical robotics and human–robot interaction in China, implying longer-term opportunities for automation and robotics vendors but limited near-term market impact.