Amazon Prepares to Test Humanoid Robots for Future Deliveries
The day when robots deliver Amazon packages might be closer than expected.
According to The Information, Amazon is developing software for humanoid robots, with plans to begin trials at a specialized “humanoid park” located at one of its San Francisco sites. This test facility will reportedly feature an indoor obstacle course designed to simulate real-world delivery challenges.
Amazon envisions these humanoid robots being able to ride in the back of Rivian electric delivery vans and step out to complete last-mile deliveries. The company will be evaluating models from various manufacturers, including Chinese robotics firm Unitree.
As noted by Electrek, Amazon currently operates a fleet of 20,000 Rivian electric vans, and that number is expected to grow to 100,000 by 2030.
This isn’t Amazon’s first foray into robotic assistance. In 2023, the company piloted the use of humanoid robots—known as Digits—at a Seattle warehouse. Those machines were capable of lifting objects and performing tasks such as tote recycling to support human workers.
While the earlier tests focused on automating repetitive warehouse tasks, this new effort appears to explore robots as package couriers.
The news comes shortly after Amazon announced the formation of a dedicated agentic AI team, which will help build the AI systems that guide its future robotics initiatives.
Amazon has already made strides in autonomous delivery with its Prime Air drone program, which delivers select products like iPhones and AirPods within an hour in eligible locations.
Outside of Amazon, other major delivery platforms like DoorDash, Grubhub, and Uber Eats have also been testing robotic delivery systems as automation in logistics continues to expand.
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