Japanese industrial giant Kawasaki Heavy Industries will join forces with ADI, Microsoft, and Fujitsu to establish an advanced research center in the United States, working together to advance the integration of artificial intelligence and robotics technologies.

This move marks that, following its deep collaboration with NVIDIA, Kawasaki Heavy Industries is further expanding its presence within the U.S. technology ecosystem. The center will focus on developing next-generation industrial solutions, aiming to more closely integrate cutting-edge AI algorithms with precision robotics hardware. Through the synergistic cooperation with semiconductor design giant Analog Devices, software and cloud computing leader Microsoft, and IT service provider Fujitsu, Kawasaki Heavy Industries aims to accelerate innovation in intelligent automation systems. This step not only strengthens Kawasaki Heavy Industries' strategic position in the global manufacturing digital transformation, but also highlights the significance of the U.S. as a key hub for technology R&D. As artificial intelligence continues to penetrate various links of industrial production, this kind of cross-industry and cross-company collaboration model is becoming a critical force driving technological breakthroughs and industrial upgrades.