China Plans Robot Army for Power Grid
中国计划用机器人军团管理电网
China is rapidly expanding AI-powered robots to manage its power grid. The State Grid Corporation of China will invest 6.8 billion yuan (about US$1 billion) in 2026 to deploy embodied AI robots. Around 8,500 units will handle tasks like inspecting remote substations and maintaining ultra-high-voltage lines. The move highlights China’s push to automate critical infrastructure, improve efficiency, and reduce human risk in hazardous environments.
中国正加速使用人工智能机器人管理电网。国家电网公司将在2026年投资68亿元人民币，部署具身智能机器人，预计采购约8500台。这些机器人将执行巡检变电站和维护特高压线路等任务。此举显示中国推动关键基础设施自动化，提高效率并降低高风险环境中的人工操作。
