Humanoid Development Timelines
What to look for
| Milestone type | What it proves |
|---|---|
| Demonstration | A capability exists in a controlled setting |
| Pilot deployment | The unit survives a real site |
| Repeatable task | Consistent output over many cycles |
| Commercial delivery | A customer accepts and pays |
| Volume production | Repeatable manufacturing |
Reading announcements
- Distinguish between internal use and external sale.
- Ask for duty cycle and intervention rates, not just capability clips.
- Treat timelines without named customers as directional.
Roadmaps change frequently. Track progress against milestones rather than dates.