Robotic Automation and the Future of Regulation, Licensing, and Inspection of Commercial Sectors
Overview
Rapid advancements in robotic automation are revolutionizing a myriad of commercial sectors, from manufacturing to healthcare. However, this innovation surge sees new challenges emerging in the realm of regulation, licensing, and inspection of robotic systems. With the International Federation of Robotics projecting that the global supply of automated systems will have a compounded annual growth rate of 12%, seeing an estimated number of 3 million industrial robots at work by 2020, the future of regulations and licensing standards is of utmost importance.
Section 1: The Growing Necessity of Automation Regulation
As industries increasingly harness the power of robotic automation, regulatory frameworks must also progress to support this growth. The Number of industries employing robotics estimated at 90% in 2021, up from 50% in 2016. Existing regulatory measures are not entirely prepared for automated systems' complexities, spotlighting the need for up-to-date regulation and licensing. As robotic automation continues its exponential growth trajectory, tailoring regulatory frameworks to meet these advanced technologies' needs will become vital.
Section 2: Licensing for Robotic Automation Applications
Licensing requirements for robotic systems are seeing an overhaul as the technology continues to evolve. The North America Robotic Process Automation market accounted for $198.4 million in 2020 and expected to reach $2.9 billion by 2027, resonating with the heightened awareness of automation licensing. With a broader range of robotic capabilities, current licensing protocols must be updated and standardized, ensuring safety, reliability, and legal compliance.
Section 3: The Future of Inspections for Robotic Systems
To drum up public trust in automation technology and ensure safety, the inspection process of robotic systems holds a critical role in the automated world. Inspection protocols in many commercial sectors lack the tools and expertise to fully comprehend and address the newer technologies. By 2025, 85% of job roles are expected to change due to industrial robotics, indicating the industry's need for increased investment in upskilling inspectors and restructuring inspection protocols.
Key Takeaways
- Robotic automation's regulatory landscape is in need of significant updates to keep pace with the technology.
- Licensing provisions for robotic application should be standardized and updated for comprehensive safety and legal compliance.
- To maintain user trust, inspection processes must be tailored to address the specificities of robotic systems.
At 3Laws Robotics, we aim to address the challenges mentioned above and support robotic automation evolution in diverse commercial sectors. We understand the essential role of safety certification in the future of robotic systems and dedicate ourselves to simplifying the certification process. Our software, the 3Laws Supervisor, is built on top-of-the-line safety features and robustness, potentially paving the way for a smoother certification pathway.
Utilizing Control Barrier Functions (CBFs) technology, the software guarantees safety with mathematical proof. These use cases demonstrate how we could revolutionize safety measures for robotic systems in warehouse automation, human-robot interaction, and dynamic environments.
3Laws is not just about safety; it's about operational efficiency. We strive to minimize downtime and enable robots to operate closer to their peak abilities, while still putting safety first. Our software's adaptability and compatibility with ROS, ROS2 and others, place us as a leading pioneer in the next wave of proactive safety solutions.
So if you're looking for a safety solution that outshines traditional methods and unlocks the full potential of your robotic systems, turn to 3Laws—the future of dynamic, predictive safety, certified for ISO 3691-4 and ISO 26262.