2025 AI/ML Emerging
Polyfunctional Robots
What Gartner Predicted
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Robots capable of performing multiple tasks and adapting to different environments, moving beyond single-purpose industrial robots to versatile, AI-powered machines.
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Prediction Accuracy
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Very early — humanoid robots from Figure, Tesla (Optimus), and Boston Dynamics show promise but are far from practical deployment. Mostly demo stage.