Korea PIM is showing strong performance. As expectations for the growth of the humanoid robot market increase, the value of Korea PIM's ultra-precision manufacturing technology, known as "Micro MIM," which is applied to humanoid robots, also appears to be rising.
As of 10:54 a.m. on September 23, Korea PIM was trading at 17,320 won, up 22.23% from the previous day.
Korea PIM recently secured "Micro MIM" technology, an ultra-precision manufacturing technique applied to humanoid robots. The company plans to expand the application of this technology to the robotics sector, including humanoid robots.
Micro MIM is a technology that enables the manufacturing of ultra-precision materials smaller than 3 millimeters. Korea PIM has continuously advanced its technology by supplying products to leading global companies in the automotive, information technology, and autonomous driving sectors, ultimately succeeding in developing Micro MIM technology in-house.
In humanoid robots, reduction gears smaller than 2 millimeters are used in components such as fingers. Tesla is focusing on implementing delicate task capabilities using the fingers of its "Optimus" robot. The company explained that leading global humanoid robot companies such as Tesla and Boston Dynamics are actively investing in the development of high-performance materials to achieve precise movements and maximize durability, making it possible to secure large-scale achievements in the future.
Korea PIM plans to strengthen its strategy for the robot market, including humanoid robots, by utilizing Micro MIM and titanium-based technologies. Titanium is considered an optimal material for humanoid robots because it not only has high strength but also allows for weight reduction. Last year, Korea PIM began developing materials to secure reduction gears in the shoulder and arm joints of humanoid robots, based on its proprietary technology.
A company representative stated, "We will continue to diversify the application areas of MIM technology based on our unrivaled technological capabilities and global client references, aiming for performance growth."
Oh Hyunjin, a researcher at Kiwoom Securities, stated in a report published in June, "The most noteworthy area is the expansion into the robotics sector," adding, "Development of reduction gear components for logistics robots is underway for major domestic clients." He continued, "After the commercialization of certain items, the goal is to begin mass production next year. Since humanoid robot products must demonstrate high control capabilities and withstand a certain payload, demand for Korea PIM's titanium manufacturing technology is expected to be high."
He also explained, "Korea PIM is reportedly in discussions to supply products following the preliminary development of reduction gear components for humanoid robots with global companies."
Meanwhile, Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, recently stated in an All-In Summit interview, "We are currently facing challenges with the final hardware design," adding, "The hand and forearm are the greatest engineering challenges in the overall robot design."
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