General Purpose Humanoids
Humanoid robots have the potential to be the biggest product ever.
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Humanoid robots have the potential to be the biggest product ever.
Last updated
Humanoid robots are set to become one of the most impactful technologies since the internet. XMAQUINA envisions a future where these robots transform industries, address challenges like aging populations and labor shortages, and integrate into everyday life. Rather than being concentrated in the hands of a few corporations, XMAQUINA advocates for an open ecosystem, similar to Android in the smartphone industry, encouraging innovation and collaboration across diverse sectors.
The world we live in is built for human beings—our tools, spaces, and systems are designed around the human body. Humanoid robots, with their human-like form, are uniquely suited to operate in these environments without requiring major adaptations. Unlike wheeled or quadrupedal robots, humanoid designs offer the adaptability to transition between diverse roles, whether in homes, offices, or industrial settings, with existing infrastructure. This unique versatility positions humanoid robots as the most practical and impactful form of Physical AI.
XMAQUINA aims to accelerate the development of an open-source humanoid robotics ecosystem, focusing on key areas:
Core operating system developers: Building the foundation for an open, shared robotics platform, known as the HRC—Humanoid Robotics Core.
Innovative hardware providers: Companies developing actuators, sensors, and materials that enhance robot performance.
AI-driven software providers: Developing intelligence layers for decision-making and perception across platforms.
Specialized application developers: Supporting startups targeting niche markets such as elder care, industrial automation, and hospitality.
Decentralized infrastructure (DePIN): Establishing networks that enable large-scale robot deployment and real-world learning through decentralized coordination.
The global humanoid robotics market is projected to reach $38 billion by 2035, according to Goldman Sachs. Other parties such as ARK Invest believe this market will be significantly larger because it has the potential to surpass that figure as it disrupts industries like healthcare, manufacturing, and logistics. Current key players such as Tesla, Figure, and 1X are already setting the stage for widespread adoption.
XMAQUINA’s mission is to build a collaborative ecosystem where open-source platforms lower the entry barriers for developers and manufacturers. Inspired by the evolution of personal computers and smartphones, XMAQUINA anticipates a four-phase development trajectory for humanoid robotics:
Research phase (ongoing): Focused on advancements in laboratories and pilot programs.
Explosion phase (starting ~2025): Rapid market growth driven by significant investment and the entry of new players.
“Moment” phase: The emergence of a few dominant ecosystems or disruptors, with an open-source based-solution being one of the dominant ecosystems (like Android with smartphones, or Linux is servers)
Consolidation phase: Market stabilization around a few major platforms, enabling the growth of a vibrant and specialized ecosystem.
XMAQUINA foresees the humanoid robotics market evolving into two dominant models:
Full-stack players: Companies like Tesla, which control the entire value chain from hardware to software, providing seamless, high-margin solutions for industries requiring premium performance and reliability.
Open ecosystem: A diverse market built around an open-source humanoid robotics core (HRC), where smaller manufacturers can innovate using shared platforms. This model enables faster adoption across a broader range of applications, including specialized sectors like healthcare, logistics, security, and domestic assistance.
By promoting the open ecosystem, XMAQUINA aims to lower development costs, improve interoperability, and enable mass adoption of humanoid robots. The goal is to support the creation of a standardized core platform similar to Linux in the tech world, upon which a wide variety of humanoid robots can be built for different use cases.
XMAQUINA’s mission is to accelerate the timeline for humanoid robotics to become mainstream by:
Promoting open-source systems: Supporting the development of an open Humanoid Robot Operating System (HROS) that will serve as the foundation for a collaborative ecosystem.
Driving standardization: Collaborating with industry leaders and regulatory bodies to create common safety, interoperability, and performance standards.
Identifying key innovators: Providing strategic funding and mentorship to high-potential startups and projects that address critical gaps in the ecosystem.
Humanoid robotics is at a pivotal point in its development. The industry is transitioning from the research phase to the explosion phase, driven by technological breakthroughs in AI, battery technology, and scalable manufacturing. XMAQUINA believes that by investing in foundational technologies during this critical period, it can play a significant role in shaping the ecosystem and capturing substantial value as the market matures.
Humanoid robots will not only redefine how industries operate but also become integral to daily life. With XMAQUINA’s strategic guidance and investment, the goal is to ensure that this revolution remains open, inclusive, and geared toward benefiting the broader society.
