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.

“With respect to humanoid robots, I don’t think there’s any company in any country that can match Tesla,” Musk said in an earnings call Tuesday in response to a question about competition between China and the U.S. in the development of physical AI and drones.