Foxconn to Use Humanoid Robots for Nvidia AI Server Production in 2026

Foxconn and Nvidia are planning to revolutionize server production by using humanoid robots at a new facility in Houston, as per a Reuters report. If implemented, this would be the first instance of Nvidia’s AI servers being assembled using humanoid robotics and potentially the first such instance on Foxconn’s AI server lines.

"This would mark the first time an Nvidia product is manufactured with the help of humanoid robots, and it could also be a first for Foxconn’s AI server production lines."

The initiative highlights a significant shift in industrial manufacturing as automation and robotics increasingly take center stage.

Humanoid Robots to Join Production Line by Early 2026

The deployment of humanoid robots is expected to begin in the first quarter of 2026, coinciding with the start of production for Nvidia’s GB300 AI servers. According to sources, the plan is still under development, with deployment finalization expected in the coming months.

"If everything goes to plan, the humanoid robots will be introduced in the first quarter of 2026, when the Houston plant is scheduled to begin producing Nvidia’s upcoming GB300 AI servers."

Robots Trained for Core Assembly Tasks

Although it's not yet known how many robots will be used or what specific models will be deployed, a May company presentation showed that Foxconn has been training robots for essential tasks like object handling, cable insertion, and general assembly.

“Foxconn has been training humanoid robots to do tasks like picking and placing objects, inserting cables, and handling basic assembly work.”

Robotic Integration Backed by Nvidia and UBTech

Foxconn is reportedly developing its own humanoid robots in collaboration with Nvidia, while also testing models made by China’s UBTech. The new Houston factory offers better space for robot deployment than older facilities, making it ideal for this cutting-edge automation effort.

Foxconn, Nvidia Tight-Lipped on Details

Neither Foxconn nor Nvidia has officially commented on the development. Sources cited in the Reuters article have chosen to remain anonymous, given that they are not authorized to speak to the press.

New Robot Prototypes Expected by November

At a Taipei event, Leo Guo, General Manager of Foxconn Industrial Internet’s robotics division, revealed that two new humanoid robot models will be unveiled at the company's annual tech showcase in November. One design will use robotic legs, while the other will have a wheeled base, offering a more cost-effective alternative.

“One version will feature robotic legs, while the other will have a wheeled base, which is expected to be more affordable.”

Nvidia’s AI Infrastructure Push Expands

In April, Nvidia announced plans to build supercomputer manufacturing plants in Texas, with partnerships including Foxconn in Houston and Wistron in Dallas. These facilities are expected to scale up operations over the next 12 to 15 months.

"Back in April, the company revealed plans to set up supercomputer manufacturing plants in Texas, partnering with Foxconn in Houston and Wistron in Dallas."

Humanoid Robots: The Future of Manufacturing?

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang predicted earlier this year that humanoid robots could become standard in factories within five years. The Foxconn-Nvidia collaboration may well be the beginning of that shift.

"Earlier this year, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang predicted that humanoid robots would become common in factories within five years."

Global Trend: Humanoid Robots in Industry

Across the world, other manufacturing giants are also moving toward robotic automation. Mercedes-Benz and BMW have tested humanoid robots on their production lines. Tesla is advancing its own robotic initiatives, and China continues to invest heavily in robotics for industrial use.

Conclusion

The partnership between Foxconn and Nvidia to integrate humanoid robots in AI server production could be a game-changer for the future of manufacturing. Set to begin in early 2026, this initiative not only underlines the rise of automation but also reflects Nvidia’s expanding role in the AI and robotics ecosystem.

As tech leaders race to develop more efficient, AI-powered solutions, the Houston facility could serve as a blueprint for robotic integration across global factories. With innovations expected to be unveiled by Foxconn in November, and supercomputer plants gearing up across Texas, the age of AI-built AI may no longer be a distant vision — it’s already on the assembly line.