AI-powered robots showcased at European Parliament in Brussels
A robotics showcase at the European Parliament in Brussels featured humanoid robots performing delivery, factory and household tasks. The event highlighted growing European interest in robotics amid an ageing population and shrinking workforce.
The European Parliament in Brussels hosted a robotics showcase where visitors saw AI-powered humanoid robots in action. The machines waved to the audience, carried out household chores and demonstrated various ways of moving, illustrating recent progress in artificial intelligence.
Ageing population, shrinking workforce
Organisers pointed to growing interest in robotics technology across Europe as the continent grapples with an ageing population and a shrinking workforce. Humanoid robots are increasingly seen as a possible response to labour shortages affecting multiple sectors.
Potential in manufacturing
Researchers present at the event said humanoid robots could eventually take over certain factory tasks without requiring major changes to existing infrastructure. However, they acknowledged the technology remains largely experimental and needs further development before wider adoption becomes realistic.
Better perception and object handling
Developers explained that artificial intelligence has recently improved robots' ability to perceive their surroundings and handle objects. These advances could eventually allow robots to work alongside people and adapt to changing environments, addressing one of the main obstacles to broader use of robotics.
