Figure 02 Humanoid Robot Enters Mass Production, Targeting Indian Warehouses - RobotWale News

Commercial Rollout Begins

Figure AI has officially announced the start of mass production for its Figure 02 humanoid robot, marking a significant milestone in the commercialization of general-purpose AI robotics. The company confirmed that production lines in the United States and South Korea are now operational, with the first commercial units scheduled for delivery in the third quarter of 2024. This launch follows over a year of beta testing in automotive manufacturing and hazardous material handling environments.

India Market Entry and Pricing

RobotWale.com can confirm that the initial international pilot program will prioritize Indian logistics and manufacturing sectors. Leading e-commerce and IT infrastructure firms have been identified as early partners for warehouse automation trials. The Figure 02 will be offered through a robotics-as-a-service model, with a projected unit cost of approximately $75,000. When converted to Indian Rupees, this places the base price near ₹62.5 lakhs, though enterprise leasing options will reduce upfront capital expenditure for Indian small and medium enterprises. Local service partners in Bengaluru and Pune will handle calibration, maintenance, and software updates.

Technical Specifications and AI Integration

The Figure 02 features a custom-designed whole-body control system, 45 degrees of freedom, and a dedicated neural processing unit capable of real-time language comprehension and tactile feedback. Built in collaboration with BMW Group, the robot utilizes advanced computer vision and force-torque sensing to navigate unstructured environments. The AI stack runs on a proprietary multimodal foundation model trained on millions of hours of manipulation data, enabling it to perform complex assembly, inventory sorting, and quality inspection tasks without human intervention.

Industry Impact

The deployment of humanoid robots in India aligns with the government’s National Robotics Mission 2.0, which aims to boost domestic manufacturing and reduce reliance on imported automation. Industry analysts predict that the Figure 02’s entry will accelerate the adoption of AI-driven physical automation across Indian e-commerce, automotive, and pharmaceutical sectors. RobotWale.com will continue to track deployment metrics, safety certifications, and local manufacturing partnerships as the technology scales across South Asia.