LG will unveil a bipedal humanoid robot in the first quarter of 2027, harnessing Nvidia’s Jetson Thor processor, Isaac GR00T foundation model, and Halos safety framework. This new robot represents a key step in LG's expansion into robotics, utilizing internal parts and comprehensive AI technology from Nvidia to enhance functionality and safety.
- LG’s humanoid robot debuts Q1 2027 with Nvidia AI and safety tech
- Robot hardware primarily sourced within LG group companies
- Safety framework Halos aims for secure human-robot interaction
What happened
LG announced plans to showcase a bipedal humanoid robot in early 2027. This robot is built on the Nvidia Jetson Thor processor and uses the Isaac GR00T foundation model to power its artificial intelligence and motion control capabilities. The Halos safety system developed by Nvidia provides an all-encompassing safety framework designed specifically for robotics applications.
The collaboration was formalized during a signing event on August 13 at Nvidia's Santa Clara headquarters, attended by LG Corp chairman Kwang Mo Koo and Nvidia’s CEO Jensen Huang. LG is supplying most of the robot’s physical components, including actuators and sensors from LG Electronics and LG Innotek, with batteries from LG Energy Solution, allowing the project to leverage internal expertise and materials.
Why it matters
This partnership highlights LG's strategic move into advanced robotics leveraging Nvidia’s world-class AI and safety technologies. The integration of Nvidia’s full-stack AI platform with LG’s manufacturing capabilities sets a foundation for robots designed to operate safely alongside humans in commercial and manufacturing environments.
Safety remains a major concern for humanoid robots, particularly those sharing spaces with people. Nvidia’s Halos framework aims to address these challenges by enabling robots to perceive and respond safely to their surroundings. NVIDIA’s open model approach also shows their intent to supply a common AI platform to multiple robotics manufacturers, signaling a broader industry push toward scalable autonomous machines.
What to watch next
Before the humanoid’s launch, LG will roll out its wheel-based CLOiD robot at the company’s Tennessee washing machine plant by the end of 2026. Data from this deployment will be used to refine AI models on LG CNS’s PhysicalWorks platform, which generates synthetic training data for ongoing improvements. This will serve as a key foundation for advanced robot training and operational readiness.
Nvidia plans to expand its AI infrastructure with a large-scale AI factory at Cheonan, South Korea, by the first half of 2028, along with an earlier AI reference site on the Vera Rubin platform in early 2027. These developments, coupled with LG’s partnership, indicate a coordinated effort to develop AI-driven robotic ecosystems across manufacturing and mobility sectors, making safety and scalable AI computing essential watch points.