AGCO, a leading US agricultural machinery manufacturer, has declared its intention to initiate a humanoid robot pilot program in 2027 at its Kansas-based Heston factory. In partnership with Agility Robotics, a renowned US robotics firm, AGCO is set to introduce Digit, a bipedal humanoid robot, to delve into the possibilities of applying artificial intelligence and robotics technology in agricultural equipment manufacturing. Digit will be tasked with handling repetitive duties like part sorting and stacking, with the ultimate goal of boosting operational efficiency and enhancing ergonomic conditions.
