SKF and Leaderdrive form China JV for humanoid robot joint components
SKF and Leaderdrive signed an agreement to form a China-based venture developing and supplying high-precision transmission components for humanoid robot joints.
Evidence notes
- SKF will hold 60% of the venture, with Leaderdrive contributing humanoid-robotics and automation component know-how.
- The venture is expected to become operational by the end of 2026.
- The companies said the components will support continuous operation of humanoids in industrial applications.
Company context
SKF supplies bearings, seals, lubrication and motion components for industrial machinery and robotics.