Tesla’s Gigafactory near Sparks, Nevada is built in alignment with true north to maximize its ability to harness the region’s abundant solar power.
That energy is being used to power a fleet of robots inside that factory that are manufacturing advanced batteries at a rate of about 5,000 a week.
From articulated arms to autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs), the Gigafactory uses a variety of different robots to maximize efficiencies.
New production lines are also in the works, leading to greater economies of scale and more robotic investments.