Schaeffler Partners with Neura Robotics for Humanoid Robot Components
German automotive and industrial supplier Schaeffler will supply parts to the German robotics company Neura Robotics, helping to advance the production of humanoid robots. The partnership was announced on Tuesday and includes the integration of a “medium four-digit number” of Neura Robotics' humanoid robots into Schaeffler’s production by 2035.
Collaboration Goals and Component Development
Schaeffler and Neura Robotics will jointly develop and manufacture essential components for humanoid robots, such as robotic actuators that control joint movements. Schaeffler brings expertise in planetary gearboxes, which provide precise rotational motion with high torque, a critical feature for robot actuators.
Actuator Specifications and Current Use
The actuators offered by Schaeffler come in different performance classes, capable of delivering up to 250 Nm of torque. Neura Robotics’ humanoid robot model 4NE1 is already equipped with these actuators, enabling it to handle heavy workloads effectively.
Future Plans and Production Integration
- Neura Robotics plans to rely on Schaeffler for future lightweight, powerful actuators.
- The agreement includes deploying a significant number of Neura Robotics’ humanoid robots within Schaeffler’s production facilities, though exact numbers remain undisclosed.
“Schaeffler will integrate a medium four-digit number of humanoid robots into its production by 2035.”
“Schaeffler offers robot actuators in various performance classes that can deliver up to 250 Nm of torque.”
Summary: Schaeffler’s partnership with Neura Robotics marks a strategic move to manufacture key components for humanoid robots and integrate thousands of these robots into its production by 2035, leveraging Schaeffler’s actuator expertise.