An evidence-based analysis of Vision-Language-Action models including RT-2 and OpenVLA, focusing on shipping hardware versus research prototypes and Indian market availability.

An assessment of DRDO's robotics portfolio, focusing on DHRUV and combat systems, examining the gap between prototype announcements and shipping hardware in India's defence sector.

A grounded assessment of humanoid robot research at IIT Madras, IIT Bombay, and IISc Bangalore. We analyze current prototypes, available hardware specifications, and the gap between research announcements and commercial shipping in the Indian market.

An analysis of Honda ASIMO’s technical contributions to humanoid robotics, its retirement in 2022, and its enduring influence on current manufacturing and R&D sectors, with specific context regarding India’s market availability.

A grounded analysis of Boston Dynamics' transition from research lab to commercial entity, focusing on Spot quadruped deployments and Atlas humanoid evolution. Includes India market viability and pricing estimates.

Early buyers of humanoid robots in India face a landscape where warranty terms are often bespoke and support infrastructure is nascent. This article outlines the current state of after-sales support, focusing on hardware-first realities, India-specific import compliance, and the critical need for Service Level Agreements (SLAs) in pilot deployments.

A practical, fact-based guide to importing humanoid robots into India. This article covers HS codes, customs duty structures, GST implications, and the logistical realities of bringing shipping hardware through Indian customs, including landed cost estimates and regulatory hurdles.

A grounded analysis of who is accepting pre-orders for shipping humanoid robots, expected lead times, and India-specific import considerations.

An analysis of humanoid robot pricing in India, breaking down ex-works costs, customs duties, GST, and Total Cost of Ownership for industrial and prosumer segments.