Elon Musk’s declaration of a humanoid robot “army” by 2027 is more than hyperbole—it’s a blueprint for what could become one of the most transformative shifts in modern technology. Tesla’s expansion into robotics, driven by the Optimus project, has the potential to revolutionize both industrial efficiency and daily human life.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has said China's rare earth element (REE) restrictions on the US as part of the Washington-Beijing trade war are affecting his company's robot production. Tesla’s net profits in the first quarter dropped 71%, according to CNBC, with Musk saying trade wars have hampered the company's ability to produce Optimus humanoid robots.