Nvidia, Unitree, and Sharpa are making the most capable humanoid robots yet (www.techradar.com)

Nvidia, Unitree, and Sharpa have announced a groundbreaking partnership to develop a humanoid robot blueprint named H2+ or Isaac GR00T, aimed at enhancing the capabilities of robots for real-world applications. This collaboration, unveiled by Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang at Computex 2026, will provide a comprehensive reference design that guides manufacturers from data collection to deployment. Nvidia's contribution of AI data will empower these robots to reason and make autonomous decisions, with the performance driven by the powerful Nvidia Jetson AGX Thor T5000 chip, capable of performing two quadrillion AI calculations per second. The partnership brings together Unitree's H2 humanoid robot and Sharpa's dexterous five-fingered hands, which are crucial for performing intricate tasks. This initiative is seen as a pivotal move towards deploying robots that can effectively operate in real environments, adapting to various job requirements beyond basic functions. Once the H2+ / Isaac GR00T reference design is released, it is expected to accelerate the integration of these advanced robots into various industries, ultimately shaping a future where humanoid robots play a significant role in practical applications.