# Construction Worker Humanoid Robots The HRP-5P Robot Keeps Humans Out of Harms Way By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-10-03 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hrp5p References: [slashgear](https://www.slashgear.com/japanese-hrp-5p-humanoid-robot-aims-to-do-the-same-work-as-humans-02548362/) & [aist.go.jp](https://www.aist.go.jp/aist_j/press_release/pr2018/pr20180927/pr20180927.html) Robots are slated to replace the need for human workers in a number of different fields in the near and distant future, and the HRP-5P humanoid robot is an example of what's to come. Developed as a solution for [construction environments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-robot1), the robot is capable of [carrying building supplies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haver-boecker-amicus), performing laborious tasks and keeping humans out of harms way. This will come as welcome news to businesses looking to avoid unnecessary accidents for human members to put their specialized skills to work elsewhere on a job site. The HRP-5P humanoid robot is packed with head-mounted sensors that will maintain a keen eye on its environment to pick up materials, use them accordingly and work continuously to get the job done quickly. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [AI](https://www.trendhunter.com/ai) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Robotic Construction Workers:** The HRP-5P humanoid robot is a prime example of how robots are being developed to replace humans in construction environments. - **Enhanced Safety in Construction:** The HRP-5P robot's ability to perform laborious tasks and keep humans out of harm's way presents an opportunity to reduce accidents on construction sites. - **Increased Efficiency in Construction:** The use of the HRP-5P robot in construction can lead to faster completion of tasks and increased productivity. ### Where This Applies - **Construction:** The HRP-5P humanoid robot has the potential to disrupt the construction industry by replacing human workers and improving safety measures. - **Robotics:** The development and implementation of advanced humanoid robots like the HRP-5P can introduce disruptive innovations in the robotics industry. - **Safety Equipment Manufacturing:** The demand for safety equipment compatible with humanoid robots like the HRP-5P could create new opportunities for companies in the safety equipment manufacturing industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Humanoid Chore Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mindon-unitree-g1.md) - [General-Purpose Humanoid Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/figure-03.md) - [Humanoid-Replicating Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phoenix-robot.md) - [Humanoid Household Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1x-neo-beta.md) - [Dynamic Task Support Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muks-robotics-spaceo.md) - [Industrial Workforce Humanoids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hexagons-aeon.md) - [Automated Worksite Printer Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-siteprint.md) - [AI-Powered Humanoid Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/figure-01.md) - [Humanoid Robot Technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/advanced-humanoid.md)