NVIDIA Research is showcasing advancements in Physical AI at SIGGRAPH 2025, emphasizing the integration of AI, graphics, and robotics to enhance simulation capabilities. Their innovations include new software libraries and technologies for creating lifelike virtual environments, which are essential for training advanced AI systems in robotics and autonomous vehicles. The research highlights the importance of realistic simulations and the coupling of AI with graphics to drive developments in various applications.

Nvidia has launched its Jetson AGX Thor robotics chip module, priced at $3,499 for developers, aimed at enabling companies to create advanced robots. The chips, which are 7.5 times faster than previous models and equipped with 128GB of memory, are part of Nvidia's strategy to capitalize on the growing robotics market, although it currently represents only 1% of the company's revenue. Major companies like Amazon and Boston Dynamics are already utilizing these chips for their robotic applications.