Nvidia (NVDA), Microsoft (MSFT), Analog Devices (ADI), and Fujitsu will collaborate with Kawasaki Heavy Industries at a new hub in San Jose, California, which was established by the Japanese company to advance development of physical artificial intelligence, Kawasaki said Friday.

Kawasaki Chief Executive Yasuhiko Hashimoto said the center will firstly focus on healthcare and elder care, establishing a "hospital one-stop solution" using AI.

The aim is to eventually expand integration of physical AI and robotics across semiconductor, automotive, and mobility industries, he said.

The center will also collaborate with Kawasaki's Japanese development research and development projects, the company said.