Robotic Automation and the Future of Robotic Decision-Making Systems
Overview
Robotic automation and the future of robotic decision-making systems are rapidly evolving. Factors such as increased efficiency, improved accuracy, and the lowering of operational costs are contributing to a rise in the implementation of these systems. The market size of industrial robotics was $37.2 billion in 2020 and is expected to reach $70.72 billion by 2027. Already, 37% of organizations have implemented robotic process automation (RPA). Similarly, around 90% of North American manufacturers report they are presently using or examining the use of robotics technology. This guide explores these trends and more.
Market Growth of Robotic Automation and Decision-Making Systems
The global market for robotic automation is witnessing significant growth. In particular, the industrial robotics market size was valued at $37.2 billion in 2020 and is expected to reach $70.72 billion by 2027, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.10% from 2021 to 2027. This surge in momentum is primarily driven by the need to streamline operations and reduce costs. Faster production times, high precision, and the ability to operate in hazardous conditions are other key reasons for this rising trend.
Adoption of Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
According to a report by Deloitte, 37% of organizations have already implemented robotic process automation (RPA). This suggests a swift phase of adoption since the report also indicates that in 2017 only 16% of corporations were using RPA. RPA tools are being used as a means of reducing labor costs, increasing work accuracy, improving compliance, and enabling scalability.
Incorporation of Robotics in Manufacturing
Industrial decision-making robots are increasingly being adopted in North America's manufacturing sector. A recent survey found that around 90% of North American manufacturers report they are using or studying the use of robotics technology. Contributing factors include improved production rates, increased efficiency, and the possibility of round-the-clock operations. Robotics in the manufacturing setting are also getting smarter, increasingly capable of making complex decisions, and learning from their operations.
Use of Robots in Warehousing and Logistics
Warehousing and logistics have seen a surge in the implementation of automation and robotics. In 2020, it was found that 40% of parcel delivery companies were using robotic technology, with this figure predicted to increase due to growing e-commerce demands. Robots are particularly beneficial in warehouse environments due to their ability to perform redundant tasks quickly and accurately, thereby maximizing efficiency and productivity.
Key Takeaways
- The global market for robotic automation is growing swiftly, with the industrial robotics sector expected to hit $70.72 billion by 2027.
- There is a swift phase of adoption for robotic process automation (RPA), with 37% of organizations already implementing RPA.
- Around 90% of North American manufacturers are using or investigating the use of robotics technology.
- There's a significant increase in the use of robots in warehousing and logistics, with 40% of parcel delivery companies using robotic technology.
3Laws Robotics
3Laws Robotics is improving the future of robot decision-making systems and automation. 3Laws focuses on overcoming certification challenges, a significant hurdle for robotics companies. Its proprietary software, 3Laws Supervisor, provides robust safety functions and evidence of system robustness, potentially simplifying the certification process. Built on Control Barrier Functions (CBFs) technology developed at Caltech, it provides mathematically provable safety.
3Laws technology finds applications in diverse industries and functions:
- Warehouse automation: A 40% efficiency gain was realized for an autonomous forklift customer, providing a 6-month payback period.
- Human-robot interaction: 3Laws enables the safe and uninterrupted operation of robots near humans, responding to the rising need for collaborative robotic solutions.
- Dynamic environments: Their reactive collision avoidance capacity empowers robots to navigate effectively in unpredictable surroundings.
3Laws aims to enhance operational efficiency by minimizing downtime caused by unnecessary e-stops or crashes. Real-time guardrails offered by 3Laws Supervisor allows robots to operate at close to peak conditions while ensuring safety.
3Laws presents itself as the next-generation safety solution, transcending traditional e-stop methods. It offers a proactive approach to safety, unlocking the full potential of robotics with dynamic, predictive safety that can obtain safety certification for ISO 3691-4 and ISO 26262. The software is adaptable and compatible with multiple platforms, including mobile robots, cars, drones, and manipulators, and it works with popular robotics middleware such as ROS and ROS2.