
NVIDIA and Doosan Group are expanding their partnership to advance physical AI, robotics, and AI factory infrastructure. The collaboration will integrate NVIDIA's computing platforms with Doosan's industrial capabilities, focusing on robotics, power generation, and electronics materials. Doosan Robotics will use NVIDIA's technologies to enhance its AI-powered robotics platform, while Doosan Enerbility explores power solutions for AI factories. Additionally, Doosan Corporation Electro-Materials will support AI data centers with advanced PCB materials. This partnership aims to create more autonomous and efficient industrial systems.
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