Boston Dynamics evaluates Korean suppliers for Atlas production
Boston Dynamics reportedly evaluated Korean automotive-parts manufacturers as potential suppliers for the commercial production of Atlas.
Evidence notes
- Around 10 Boston Dynamics engineers reportedly evaluated more than 10 Korean automotive-parts factories over nearly a month.
- Named candidates included Hyundai Mobis, Hwashin Precision and SOS Lab across actuators, grippers, limb modules, lightweight aluminium structures and lidar.
- The companies were being evaluated for production capability and engineering expertise; the report did not identify final supplier awards.
Company context
Boston Dynamics builds high-performance mobile robots including Spot for industrial and field inspection, Stretch for warehouse trailer unloading, and Atlas for advanced humanoid mobility.