About the Author: Collin George, Independent Researcher in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, and Biomedical Innovation. My work bridges technology, national security, policy, and medical ethics, with prior research on cyberbiosecurity and non-opioid anesthesia solutions.
The Humanoid Industrial Security & Standards Initiative (HISSI) is an independent policy concept to secure the supply chain for humanoid robotics in U.S. defense and allied operations. As humanoid systems transition from experimental platforms to mission-critical assets for logistics, maintenance, and support roles, reliance on global suppliers—particularly in adversarial nations—poses risks of sabotage, backdoors, or supply denial. With China controlling over 50% of global robotics production and critical materials, HISSI proposes a four-pillar framework to ensure trusted, ethical manufacturing, aligning with DoDI 5200.44, NIST SP 800-161, and CHIPS Act models. This initiative upholds a “do no harm” ethos, preventing vulnerabilities that could endanger U.S. and allied forces while fostering a $50 billion domestic robotics sector by 2030.
- 40,000 high-skill jobs
- $500 million pilot
- CHIPS-style incentives
- DoDI 5200.44, NIST SP 800-161
This repository shares the HISSI concept for public discussion and feedback. It aims to spark dialogue among policymakers, researchers, and industry leaders on securing humanoid robotics for national security and ethical innovation. The framework proposes:
- Trusted manufacturing in the U.S. or allied nations
- Modular open systems (MOSA-H) for inspectable, secure designs
- Rigorous testing via a Humanoid Test & Evaluation Center (HTEC)
- Economic growth through 40,000 high-skill jobs and CHIPS-style incentives
I welcome thoughts, critiques, or suggestions to refine HISSI.
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How can we ensure humanoid robotics serve defense needs securely and ethically?
George, C. (2025). Humanoid Industrial Security & Standards Initiative (HISSI): Policy Concept.
GitHub Repository: https://github.com/collingeorge/HISSI-Policy-Concept
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Version: 1.0 — Published October 2025