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Advanced Automation and Robotics Technology: Revolutionizing Industries and Shaping the Future
Author: Dr. Anya Sharma, PhD in Robotics Engineering, Senior Research Scientist at MIT's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL).
Publisher: IEEE Xplore Digital Library – A leading publisher of scientific and technical literature, known for its rigorous peer-review process and wide reach within the engineering and technology communities.
Editor: Dr. Ben Carter, PhD in Mechatronics, Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Robotics and Automation.
Keywords: advanced automation and robotics technology, automation robotics, industrial automation, robotics technology, AI robotics, collaborative robots (cobots), autonomous robots, robotics automation systems, smart factories, future of robotics.
Abstract: This article provides a comprehensive overview of advanced automation and robotics technology, exploring its significance across various sectors and its impact on the future of work and society. We delve into the technological advancements driving this revolution, including artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and advanced sensor technologies. The discussion encompasses the diverse applications of this technology, from manufacturing and logistics to healthcare and agriculture, alongside an analysis of the challenges and ethical considerations associated with its widespread adoption.
1. Introduction to Advanced Automation and Robotics Technology
Advanced automation and robotics technology represents a paradigm shift in how we design, manufacture, and operate systems across numerous industries. It encompasses the synergistic integration of sophisticated robotics systems with intelligent automation software, empowered by breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and advanced sensor technologies. This convergence enables the creation of highly flexible, adaptable, and efficient automated systems capable of performing complex tasks with unprecedented precision and speed. The core of advanced automation and robotics technology lies in its ability to optimize processes, improve productivity, and enhance safety in a wide range of applications.
2. Key Technological Advancements Driving the Revolution
Several key technological advancements are propelling the rapid growth of advanced automation and robotics technology:
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML): AI and ML algorithms enable robots to learn from data, adapt to changing environments, and make decisions autonomously. This capability is crucial for tasks requiring complex reasoning, such as object recognition, path planning, and decision-making in unpredictable situations. AI-powered robots can handle variations in the work environment far better than traditional programmable robots.
Computer Vision: Advanced computer vision systems allow robots to "see" and interpret their surroundings, enabling them to interact with their environment more effectively. This is crucial for tasks like picking and placing objects, navigating complex spaces, and inspecting products for defects.
Sensor Technologies: A wide range of sensors, including lidar, radar, ultrasonic sensors, and force/torque sensors, provide robots with detailed information about their environment and their interactions with it. These sensors are vital for precise control, safe operation, and effective task execution.
Collaborative Robots (Cobots): Cobots are designed to work safely alongside human workers, enhancing collaboration and productivity. Their ability to share the workspace seamlessly increases efficiency and reduces the need for dedicated, isolated robotic workcells.
Cloud Robotics: Cloud computing allows robots to access and process vast amounts of data, enhancing their capabilities and facilitating remote monitoring and control. This enables continuous learning and improvement, leading to more efficient and adaptable robotic systems.
3. Applications of Advanced Automation and Robotics Technology
The applications of advanced automation and robotics technology are vast and rapidly expanding. Key sectors benefiting from this technology include:
Manufacturing: Advanced automation and robotics technology is transforming manufacturing processes, increasing efficiency, improving product quality, and reducing production costs. Robots are used extensively in tasks like welding, painting, assembly, and material handling. Smart factories leverage these technologies for optimized production lines and real-time monitoring.
Logistics and Supply Chain: From automated warehouses and sorting facilities to autonomous delivery vehicles, advanced automation and robotics technology is streamlining logistics and supply chain operations. Robots handle tasks like picking, packing, and transporting goods, improving speed, accuracy, and efficiency.
Healthcare: Robots are increasingly used in healthcare for surgical assistance, rehabilitation, patient care, and drug delivery. Advanced automation systems improve diagnostic accuracy and streamline administrative tasks.
Agriculture: Precision agriculture utilizes robots and automation for tasks like planting, harvesting, and spraying crops, optimizing resource use and improving yields. Automated systems can monitor crop health and adjust irrigation and fertilization based on real-time data.
Construction: Advanced automation and robotics technology is improving safety and efficiency in construction, with robots handling tasks like bricklaying, welding, and demolition. Automated systems can monitor progress, manage resources, and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Exploration and Space: Advanced robots are used in extreme environments for exploration and research, whether it's deep-sea exploration or space missions. Their ability to operate autonomously in hazardous conditions makes them essential tools for scientific discovery.
4. Challenges and Ethical Considerations
Despite the immense benefits, the widespread adoption of advanced automation and robotics technology presents several challenges and ethical considerations:
Job Displacement: The automation of tasks previously performed by humans raises concerns about job displacement and the need for workforce retraining and adaptation.
Safety and Security: Ensuring the safe and reliable operation of advanced robots is paramount, requiring rigorous testing and safety protocols. Concerns about cybersecurity and the potential for malicious use of robots also need addressing.
Ethical Implications: The increasing autonomy of robots raises ethical questions about accountability, responsibility, and the potential for bias in decision-making algorithms.
Economic Inequality: The benefits of advanced automation and robotics technology may not be evenly distributed, potentially exacerbating economic inequality.
5. The Future of Advanced Automation and Robotics Technology
The future of advanced automation and robotics technology is bright, with ongoing advancements promising even greater capabilities and wider applications. We can expect to see:
Increased autonomy and intelligence: Robots will become more capable of independent decision-making and problem-solving.
Enhanced human-robot collaboration: Cobots will become more sophisticated and integrated into human work environments.
Wider adoption across industries: The applications of advanced automation and robotics technology will continue to expand into new sectors.
Greater focus on sustainability: Robots will play an increasingly important role in addressing environmental challenges.
6. Conclusion
Advanced automation and robotics technology is transforming industries and shaping the future of work and society. While challenges and ethical considerations need careful attention, the potential benefits of this technology are immense. By addressing these challenges proactively and fostering responsible innovation, we can harness the power of advanced automation and robotics technology to create a more productive, efficient, and sustainable future.
FAQs:
1. What is the difference between automation and robotics? Automation refers to the use of technology to perform tasks automatically, while robotics involves the use of robots to perform physical tasks. Advanced automation and robotics technology combines both, leveraging robotics for physical actions guided by intelligent automation software.
2. What are the main benefits of using advanced automation and robotics technology? Key benefits include increased productivity, improved quality, reduced costs, enhanced safety, and increased flexibility.
3. What are some of the risks associated with advanced automation and robotics technology? Risks include job displacement, safety concerns, ethical dilemmas, and potential for misuse.
4. How can we mitigate the negative impacts of advanced automation and robotics technology? Mitigation strategies include workforce retraining, robust safety regulations, ethical guidelines, and policies to address economic inequality.
5. What industries are most likely to be impacted by advanced automation and robotics technology? Manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, agriculture, and construction are among the industries most significantly impacted.
6. What role will AI play in the future of advanced automation and robotics technology? AI will be crucial in enabling robots to learn, adapt, and make decisions autonomously, leading to more intelligent and adaptable systems.
7. What are collaborative robots (cobots)? Cobots are designed to work safely alongside humans, enhancing collaboration and productivity.
8. What is cloud robotics? Cloud robotics allows robots to access and process vast amounts of data in the cloud, enhancing their capabilities and facilitating remote monitoring and control.
9. How can businesses prepare for the adoption of advanced automation and robotics technology? Businesses should assess their needs, invest in training and development, and implement robust safety and security protocols.
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| advanced automation and robotics technology: Advanced Automation Techniques In Adaptive Material Processing Xiaoqi Chen, Rajagopalan Devanathan, Aik Meng Fong, 2002-09-06 This volume presents the editors' research as well as related recent findings on the applications of modern technologies in electrical and electronic engineering to the automation of some of the common manufacturing processes that have traditionally been handled within the mechanical and material engineering disciplines.In particular, the book includes the latest research results achieved through applied research and development projects over the past few years at the Gintic Institute of Manufacturing Technology, Singapore. It discusses advanced automation technologies such as in-process sensors, laser vision systems, and laser strobe vision, as well as advanced techniques such as sensory signal processing, adaptive process control, fuzzy logic, neural networks, expert systems, laser processing control, etc. The methodologies and techniques are applied to some important material processing applications, including grinding, polishing, machining, and welding. Practical automation solutions, which are complicated by part distortions, tool wear, process dynamics, and variants, are explained.The research efforts featured in the book are driven by industrial needs. They combine theoretical research with practical automation considerations. The techniques developed have been either implemented in the factory or prototyped in the laboratory. |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Advancing Automation and Robotics Technology for the Space Station Freedom and for the U.S. Economy , 1993 |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Advanced Robotics and Intelligent Automation in Manufacturing Habib, Maki K., 2019-11-15 While human capabilities can withstand broad levels of strain, they cannot hope to compete with the advanced abilities of automated technologies. Developing advanced robotic systems will provide a better, faster means to produce goods and deliver a level of seamless communication and synchronization that exceeds human skill. Advanced Robotics and Intelligent Automation in Manufacturing is a pivotal reference source that provides vital research on the application of advanced manufacturing technologies in regards to production speed, quality, and innovation. While highlighting topics such as human-machine interaction, quality management, and sensor integration, this publication explores state-of-the-art technologies in the field of robotics engineering as well as human-robot interaction. This book is ideally designed for researchers, students, engineers, manufacturers, managers, industry professionals, and academicians seeking to enhance their innovative design capabilities. |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Advancing Automation and Robotics Technology for the Space Station Freedom and for the US Economy: Submitted to the United States Congress , 1990 |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering for Advanced and Intelligent Manufacturing Dan Zhang, Bin Wei, 2016-08-22 Featuring selected contributions from the 2nd International Conference on Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering, held in Nice, France, February 18–19, 2016, this book introduces recent advances and state-of-the-art technologies in the field of advanced intelligent manufacturing. This systematic and carefully detailed collection provides a valuable reference source for mechanical engineering researchers who want to learn about the latest developments in advanced manufacturing and automation, readers from industry seeking potential solutions for their own applications, and those involved in the robotics and mechatronics industry. |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Advancing Automation and Robotics Technology for the Space Station Freedom and for the US Economy United States. National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Advanced Technology Advisory Committee, 1990 |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Advancing Automation and Robotics Technology for the Space Station Freedom and for the U. S. Economy National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), 2018-07-02 In April 1985, as required by Public Law 98-371, the NASA Advanced Technology Advisory Committee (ATAC) reported to Congress the results of its studies on advanced automation and robotics technology for use on Space Station Freedom. This material was documented in the initial report (NASA Technical Memorandum 87566). A further requirement of the law was that ATAC follow NASA's progress in this area and report to Congress semiannually. This report is the thirteenth in a series of progress updates and covers the period between 14 Feb. - 15 Aug. 1991. The progress made by Levels 1, 2, and 3 of the Space Station Freedom in developing and applying advanced automation and robotics technology is described. Emphasis was placed upon the Space Station Freedom Program responses to specific recommendations made in ATAC Progress Report 12, and issues of A&R implementation into Ground Mission Operations and A&R enhancement of science productivity. Assessments are presented for these and other areas as they apply to the advancement of automation and robotics technology for Space Station Freedom. Ames Research Center... |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Advanced Robotics & Intelligent Machines J. O. Gray, Darwin G. Caldwell, 1996 Advanced robotics describes the use of sensor-based robotic devices which exploit powerful computers to achieve the high levels of functionality that begin to mimic intelligent human behaviour. The object of this book is to summarise developments in the base technologies, survey recent applications and highlight new advanced concepts which will influence future progress. |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Advancing Automation and Robotics Technology for the Space Station Freedom and for the Us Economy National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), 2018-08-10 In April 1985, the NASA Advanced Technology Advisory Committee (ATAC) reported to Congress the results of its studies on advanced automation and robotics technology for use on Space Station Freedom. This material was documented in the initial report (NASA Technical Memorandum 87566). The progress made by Levels 1, 2, and 3 of the Office of Space Station in developing and applying advanced automation and robotics technology are described. Emphasis was placed upon the Space Station Freedom Program responses to specific recommendations made in ATAC Progress Report 9, the Flight Telerobotic Servicer, the Advanced Development Program, and the Data Management System. Assessments are presented for these and other areas as they apply to the advancement of automation and robotics technology for the Space Station Freedom. Langley Research Center NASA-TM-102668, NAS 1.15:102668 ... |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Robotics, Automation, and Control in Industrial and Service Settings Luo, Zongwei, 2015-09-10 ############################################################################################################################################################################################################################################################### |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Advancing Automation and Robotics Technology for the Space Station and for the Us Economy National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), 2018-07-02 In April 1985, as required by Public Law 98-371, the NASA Advanced Technology Advisory Committee (ATAC) reported to Congress the results of its studies on advanced automation and robotics technology for use on the Space Station. This material was documented in the initial report (NASA Technical Memo 87566). A further requirement of the law was that ATAC follow NASA's progress in this area and report to Congress semiannually. This report is the sixth in a series of progress updates and covers the period between October 1, 1987 and March 1, 1988. NASA has accepted the basic recommendations of ATAC for its Space Station efforts. ATAC and NASA agree that the thrust of Congress is to build an advanced automation and robotics technology base that will support an evolutionary Space Station program and serve as a highly visible stimulator affecting the U.S. long-term economy. The progress report identifies the work of NASA and the Space Station study contractors, research in progress, and issues connected with the advancement of automation and robotics technology on the Space Station. Nunamaker, Robert Johnson Space Center; Langley Research Center... |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Advancing Automation and Robotics Technology for the Space Station Freedom and for the US Economy United States. National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Advanced Technology Advisory Committee, 1988 |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Advancing Automation and Robotics Technology for the Space Station Freedom and for the US Economy National Aeronautics and Space Administration NASA, 2018-10-23 In April 1985, as required by Public Law 98-371, the NASA Advanced Technology Advisory Committee (ATAC) reported to Congress the results of its studies on advanced automation and robotics technology for use on the Freedom space station. This material was documented in the initial report (NASA Technical Memorandum 87566). A further requirement of the law was that ATAC follow NASA's progress in this area and report to Congress semiannually. This report is the eighth in a series of progress updates and covers the period between October 1, 1988, and March 31, 1989. NASA has accepted the basic recommendations of ATAC for its Space Station Freedom efforts. ATAC and NASA agree that the thrust of Congress is to build an advanced automation and robotics technology base that will support an evolutionary Space Station Freedom program and serve as a highly visible stimulator, affecting the U.S. long-term economy. The progress report identifies the work of NASA and the Freedom study contractors. It also describes research in progress, and it makes assessments of the advancement of automation and robotics technology on the Freedom space station. Creedon, Jeremiah F. Langley Research Center ... |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Our Robots, Ourselves David A. Mindell, 2015-10-13 “[An] essential book… it is required reading as we seriously engage one of the most important debates of our time.”—Sherry Turkle, author of Reclaiming Conversation: The Power of Talk in a Digital Age From drones to Mars rovers—an exploration of the most innovative use of robots today and a provocative argument for the crucial role of humans in our increasingly technological future. In Our Robots, Ourselves, David Mindell offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the cutting edge of robotics today, debunking commonly held myths and exploring the rapidly changing relationships between humans and machines. Drawing on firsthand experience, extensive interviews, and the latest research from MIT and elsewhere, Mindell takes us to extreme environments—high atmosphere, deep ocean, and outer space—to reveal where the most advanced robotics already exist. In these environments, scientists use robots to discover new information about ancient civilizations, to map some of the world’s largest geological features, and even to “commute” to Mars to conduct daily experiments. But these tools of air, sea, and space also forecast the dangers, ethical quandaries, and unintended consequences of a future in which robotics and automation suffuse our everyday lives. Mindell argues that the stark lines we’ve drawn between human and not human, manual and automated, aren’t helpful for understanding our relationship with robotics. Brilliantly researched and accessibly written, Our Robots, Ourselves clarifies misconceptions about the autonomous robot, offering instead a hopeful message about what he calls “rich human presence” at the center of the technological landscape we are now creating. |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Standard Handbook of Industrial Automation Douglas M. Considine, Glenn D. Considine, 2012-12-06 The authors and editors of this Handbook have attempted to fill a serious gap in the professional literature on industrial automation. Much past attention has been directed to the general concepts and philosophy of automation as a way to convince owners and managers of manufacturing facilities that automation is indeed one of the few avenues available to increase productivity and improve competitive position. Seventy-three contributors share their knowledge in this Handbook. Less attention has been given to the What and How of automation. To the extent feasible and practical within the confines of the pages allowed, this Handbook concentrates on the implementation of automation. Once the Go signal has been given by management, concrete details-not broad definitions and philosophical discussions-are required. To be found in this distinctly different book in the field are detailed parameters for designing and specifying equipment, the options available with an evaluation of their relative advantages and limitations, and insights for engineers and production managers on the operation and capabilities of present-generation automation system components, subsystems, and total systems. In a number of instances, the logical extension of current technology into the future is given. A total of 445 diagrams and photos and 57 tables augments detailed discussions. In addition to its use as a ready reference for technical and management personnel, the book has wide potential for training and group discussions at the college and university level and for special education programs as may be provided by consultants or by in-house training personnel. |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Springer Handbook of Robotics Bruno Siciliano, Oussama Khatib, 2016-07-27 The second edition of this handbook provides a state-of-the-art overview on the various aspects in the rapidly developing field of robotics. Reaching for the human frontier, robotics is vigorously engaged in the growing challenges of new emerging domains. Interacting, exploring, and working with humans, the new generation of robots will increasingly touch people and their lives. The credible prospect of practical robots among humans is the result of the scientific endeavour of a half a century of robotic developments that established robotics as a modern scientific discipline. The ongoing vibrant expansion and strong growth of the field during the last decade has fueled this second edition of the Springer Handbook of Robotics. The first edition of the handbook soon became a landmark in robotics publishing and won the American Association of Publishers PROSE Award for Excellence in Physical Sciences & Mathematics as well as the organization’s Award for Engineering & Technology. The second edition of the handbook, edited by two internationally renowned scientists with the support of an outstanding team of seven part editors and more than 200 authors, continues to be an authoritative reference for robotics researchers, newcomers to the field, and scholars from related disciplines. The contents have been restructured to achieve four main objectives: the enlargement of foundational topics for robotics, the enlightenment of design of various types of robotic systems, the extension of the treatment on robots moving in the environment, and the enrichment of advanced robotics applications. Further to an extensive update, fifteen new chapters have been introduced on emerging topics, and a new generation of authors have joined the handbook’s team. A novel addition to the second edition is a comprehensive collection of multimedia references to more than 700 videos, which bring valuable insight into the contents. The videos can be viewed directly augmented into the text with a smartphone or tablet using a unique and specially designed app. Springer Handbook of Robotics Multimedia Extension Portal: http://handbookofrobotics.org/ |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Robot Oriented Design Thomas Bock, Thomas Linner, 2015-05-05 The Cambridge Handbooks on Construction Robotics series focuses on the implementation of automation and robot technology to renew the construction industry and to arrest its declining productivity. The series is intended to give professionals, researchers, lecturers, and students basic conceptual and technical skills and implementation strategies to manage, research, or teach the implementation of advanced automation and robot-technology-based processes and technologies in construction. Currently, the implementation of modern developments in product structures (modularity and design for manufacturing), organizational strategies (just in time, just in sequence, and pulling production), and informational aspects (computer-aided design/manufacturing or computer-integrated manufacturing) are lagging because of the lack of modern integrated machine technology in construction. The Cambridge Handbooks on Construction Robotics books discuss progress in robot systems theory and demonstrate their integration using real systematic applications and projections for off-site as well as on-site building production. Robot-Oriented Design and Management introduces the design, innovation, and management methodologies that are key to the realization and implementation of the advanced concepts and technologies presented in the subsequent volumes. This book describes the efficient deployment of advanced construction and building technology. It is concerned with the coadaptation of construction products, processes, organization, and management, and with automated/robotic technology, so that the implementation of modern technology becomes easier and more efficient. It is also concerned with technology and innovation management methodologies and the generation of life cycle-oriented views related to the use of advanced technologies in construction. |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: AI and IoT-Based Intelligent Automation in Robotics Ashutosh Kumar Dubey, Abhishek Kumar, S. Rakesh Kumar, N. Gayathri, Prasenjit Das, 2021-04-13 The 24 chapters in this book provides a deep overview of robotics and the application of AI and IoT in robotics. It contains the exploration of AI and IoT based intelligent automation in robotics. The various algorithms and frameworks for robotics based on AI and IoT are presented, analyzed, and discussed. This book also provides insights on application of robotics in education, healthcare, defense and many other fields which utilize IoT and AI. It also introduces the idea of smart cities using robotics. |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Site Automation Thomas Bock, Thomas Linner, 2016 The Cambridge Handbooks on Construction Robotics series focuses on the implementation of automation and robot technology to renew the construction industry and to arrest its declining productivity. The series is intended to give professionals, researchers, lecturers, and students basic conceptual and technical skills and implementation strategies to manage, research, or teach the implementation of advanced automation and robot-technology-based processes and technologies in construction. Currently, the implementation of modern developments in product structures (modularity and design for manufacturing), organizational strategies (just in time, just in sequence, and pulling production) and informational aspects (compute-aided design/manufacturing or computer-integrated manufacturing) are lagging because of the lack of modern integrated machine technology in construction-- |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Applications of Robotics in Industry Using Advanced Mechanisms Janmenjoy Nayak, Valentina E. Balas, Margarita N. Favorskaya, Bibhuti Bhusan Choudhury, S. Krishna Mohan Rao, Bighnaraj Naik, 2019-09-03 This book shares important findings on the application of robotics in industry using advanced mechanisms, including software and hardware. It presents a collection of recent trends and research on various advanced computing paradigms such as soft computing, robotics, smart automation, power control, and uncertainty analysis. The book constitutes the proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Application of Robotics in Industry using Advanced Mechanisms (ARIAM2019), which offered a platform for sharing original research findings, presenting innovative ideas and applications, and comparing notes on various aspects of robotics. The contributions highlight the latest research and industrial applications of robotics, and discuss approaches to improving the smooth functioning of industries. Moreover, they focus on designing solutions for complex engineering problems and designing system components or processes to meet specific needs, with due considerations for public health and safety, including cultural, societal, and environmental considerations. Taken together, they offer a valuable resource for researchers, scientists, engineers, professionals and students alike. |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Advancing Automation and Robotics Technology for the Space Station Freedom and for the U. S. Economy. Submitted to the Congress of the U. S. May 1991 National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), 2018-06-30 In April 1985, as required by Public Law 98-371, the NASA Advanced Technology Advisory Committee (ATAC) reported to Congress the results of its studies on advanced automation and robotics technology for use on Space Station Freedom. This material was documented in the initial report (NASA Technical Memorandum 87566). A further requirement of the law was that ATAC follow NASA's progress in this area and report to Congress semiannually. The report describes the progress made by Levels 1, 2 and 3 of the Office Space Station in developing and applying advanced automation and robotics technology. Emphasis has been placed upon the Space Station Freedom Program responses to specific recommendations made in ATAC Progress Report 11, the status of the Flight Telerobotic Servicer, and the status of the Advanced Development Program. In addition, an assessment is provided of the automation and robotics status of the Canadian Space Station Program. Lum, Henry, Jr. Ames Research Center RTOP 476-14-01... |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Robotics and Automation in the Food Industry Darwin G Caldwell, 2012-12-03 The implementation of robotics and automation in the food sector offers great potential for improved safety, quality and profitability by optimising process monitoring and control. Robotics and automation in the food industry provides a comprehensive overview of current and emerging technologies and their applications in different industry sectors.Part one introduces key technologies and significant areas of development, including automatic process control and robotics in the food industry, sensors for automated quality and safety control, and the development of machine vision systems. Optical sensors and online spectroscopy, gripper technologies, wireless sensor networks (WSN) and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems are discussed, with consideration of intelligent quality control systems based on fuzzy logic. Part two goes on to investigate robotics and automation in particular unit operations and industry sectors. The automation of bulk sorting and control of food chilling and freezing is considered, followed by chapters on the use of robotics and automation in the processing and packaging of meat, seafood, fresh produce and confectionery. Automatic control of batch thermal processing of canned foods is explored, before a final discussion on automation for a sustainable food industry.With its distinguished editor and international team of expert contributors, Robotics and automation in the food industry is an indispensable guide for engineering professionals in the food industry, and a key introduction for professionals and academics interested in food production, robotics and automation. - Provides a comprehensive overview of current and emerging robotics and automation technologies and their applications in different industry sectors - Chapters in part one cover key technologies and significant areas of development, including automatic process control and robotics in the food industry and sensors for automated quality and safety control - Part two investigates robotics and automation in particular unit operations and industry sectors, including the automation of bulk sorting and the use of robotics and automation in the processing and packaging of meat, seafood, fresh produce and confectionery |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Advancing Automation and Robotics Technology for the Space Station and for the US Economy: Submitted to the United States Congress October 1, 1986 , 1986 |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Artificial Intelligence for Future Generation Robotics Rabindra Nath Shaw, Ankush Ghosh, Valentina Emilia Balas, Monica Bianchini, 2021-06-19 Artificial Intelligence for Future Generation Robotics offers a vision for potential future robotics applications for AI technologies. Each chapter includes theory and mathematics to stimulate novel research directions based on the state-of-the-art in AI and smart robotics. Organized by application into ten chapters, this book offers a practical tool for researchers and engineers looking for new avenues and use-cases that combine AI with smart robotics. As we witness exponential growth in automation and the rapid advancement of underpinning technologies, such as ubiquitous computing, sensing, intelligent data processing, mobile computing and context aware applications, this book is an ideal resource for future innovation. - Brings AI and smart robotics into imaginative, technically-informed dialogue - Integrates fundamentals with real-world applications - Presents potential applications for AI in smart robotics by use-case - Gives detailed theory and mathematical calculations for each application - Stimulates new thinking and research in applying AI to robotics |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Advances in Robotics, Automation and Data Analytics Jessnor Arif Mat Jizat, Ismail Mohd Khairuddin, Mohd Azraai Mohd Razman, Ahmad Fakhri Ab. Nasir, Mohamad Shaiful Abdul Karim, Abdul Aziz Jaafar, Lim Wei Hong, Anwar P. P. Abdul Majeed, Pengcheng Liu, Hyun Myung, Han-Lim Choi, Gian-Antonio Susto, 2021-03-11 This book presents essentially a collection of proceedings that deliberate on the key challenges and recent trends on robotics, automation and data analytics which are the pillars of Industry 4.0. Solutions that are employed in the multitude spectra of innovative robotics & automation and data analytics are discussed. The readers are expected to gain an insightful view on the current trends, issues, mitigating factors as well as solutions from the book. This book consists of selected papers presented at the 2nd International Conference on Innovative Technology, Engineering and Sciences 2020 (iCITES) hosted virtually by Universiti Malaysia Pahang on 22nd December 2020. iCITES is a biennial conference, aimed at building a platform that allows relevant stakeholders to share and discuss their latest researches, ideas and survey reports from theoretical to a practical standpoint especially in the Innovative Robotics & Automation and Data Analytics tracks which was published in this book. |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Advances in Telerobotics Manuel Ferre, Martin Buss, Rafael Aracil, Claudio Melchiorri, Carlos Balaguer, 2007-08-10 A fascinating book that covers in detail all of the most recent advances in Telerobotics. A must-read for scientists, researchers and students in teleoperation, it describes everything from methods and experimental results to applications and developments. Its three sections cover human system interfaces, control, and applications. |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Advanced Robot Control János Somló, Béla Lantos, Thuong Cat Pham, 1997 Modern Robotics has a history of not more than 50 years. Robot science grew up in this period. The basic results of control of these devices were developed in the last 20 years. The authors of the present book summarize, in an original presentation, the most important results and add to those some new contributions. Among others, robot kinematics, trajectory planning, dynamics and control problems are discussed in detail. The new results include the original treatment of various kinematic and dynamic problems, time-optimal trajectory planning, model reference adaptive control, robot dynamic, model identification and self-tuning adaptive control, robotized manufacturing optimization and some others. |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Innovations in the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and Smart Factory Goundar, Sam, Avanija, J., Sunitha, Gurram, Madhavi, K. Reddy, Bhushan, S. Bharath, 2021-01-22 Industrial internet of things (IIoT) is changing the face of industry by completely redefining the way stakeholders, enterprises, and machines connect and interact with each other in the industrial digital ecosystem. Smart and connected factories, in which all the machinery transmits real-time data, enable industrial data analytics for improving operational efficiency, productivity, and industrial processes, thus creating new business opportunities, asset utilization, and connected services. IIoT leads factories to step out of legacy environments and arcane processes towards open digital industrial ecosystems. Innovations in the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and Smart Factory is a pivotal reference source that discusses the development of models and algorithms for predictive control of industrial operations and focuses on optimization of industrial operational efficiency, rationalization, automation, and maintenance. While highlighting topics such as artificial intelligence, cyber security, and data collection, this book is ideally designed for engineers, manufacturers, industrialists, managers, IT consultants, practitioners, students, researchers, and industrial industry professionals. |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Springer Handbook of Automation Shimon Y. Nof, 2023-06-16 This handbook incorporates new developments in automation. It also presents a widespread and well-structured conglomeration of new emerging application areas, such as medical systems and health, transportation, security and maintenance, service, construction and retail as well as production or logistics. The handbook is not only an ideal resource for automation experts but also for people new to this expanding field. |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Automation 2018 Roman Szewczyk, Cezary Zieliński, Małgorzata Kaliczyńska, 2018-03-07 This book consists of papers presented at Automation 2018, an international conference held in Warsaw from March 21 to 23, 2018. It discusses the radical technological changes occurring due to the INDUSTRY 4.0, with a focus on offering a better understanding of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Each chapter presents a detailed analysis of interdisciplinary knowledge, numerical modeling and simulation as well as the application of cyber-physical systems, where information technology and physical devices create synergic systems leading to unprecedented efficiency. The theoretical results, practical solutions and guidelines presented are valuable for both researchers working in the area of engineering sciences and practitioners looking for solutions to industrial problems. |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Robotics and Automation Handbook Thomas R. Kurfess, 2018-10-03 As the capability and utility of robots has increased dramatically with new technology, robotic systems can perform tasks that are physically dangerous for humans, repetitive in nature, or require increased accuracy, precision, and sterile conditions to radically minimize human error. The Robotics and Automation Handbook addresses the major aspects of designing, fabricating, and enabling robotic systems and their various applications. It presents kinetic and dynamic methods for analyzing robotic systems, considering factors such as force and torque. From these analyses, the book develops several controls approaches, including servo actuation, hybrid control, and trajectory planning. Design aspects include determining specifications for a robot, determining its configuration, and utilizing sensors and actuators. The featured applications focus on how the specific difficulties are overcome in the development of the robotic system. With the ability to increase human safety and precision in applications ranging from handling hazardous materials and exploring extreme environments to manufacturing and medicine, the uses for robots are growing steadily. The Robotics and Automation Handbook provides a solid foundation for engineers and scientists interested in designing, fabricating, or utilizing robotic systems. |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Advanced Manufacturing Techniques for Engineering and Engineered Materials Thanigaivelan, R., Rajan, N., Argul, T.G., 2022-03-11 As technology advances, it is imperative to stay current in the newest developments made within the engineering industry and within material sciences. Trends in manufacturing such as 3D printing, casting, welding, surface modification, computer numerical control (CNC), non-traditional, Industry 4.0 ergonomics, and hybrid machining methods must be closely examined to utilize these important resources for the betterment of society. Advanced Manufacturing Techniques for Engineering and Engineered Materials provides a unified and complete overview about the recent and emerging trends, developments, and associated technology with scope for the commercialization of techniques specific to manufacturing materials. This book also reviews the various machining methods for difficult-to-cut materials and novel materials including matrix composites. Covering topics such as agro-waste, conventional machining, and material performance, this book is an essential resource for researchers, engineers, technologists, students and professors of higher education, industry workers, entrepreneurs, researchers, and academicians. |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Site Automation Thomas Bock, Thomas Linner, 2016-04-18 Site Automation extends the new technology of robotics in building-component manufacturing and construction to on-site structured environments and on-site automated factories. |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Robots and Robotics: Principles, Systems, and Industrial Applications Rex Miller, Mark R. Miller, 2017-07-07 Master the principles and practices of industrial robotics Written by a pair of technology experts and accomplished educators, this comprehensive resource provides a solid foundation in applied industrial robotics and robot technology. You will get straightforward explanations of the latest components, techniques, and capabilities along with practical examples and detailed illustrations. The book takes a look at the entire field of robotics―from design and production to deployment, operation, and maintenance. Valuable appendices provide information on specific robot models, pendants, and controllers. Robots and Robotics: Principles, Systems and Industrial Applications covers: • Robot and robotics fundamentals • Identification of components • Robot parts and robotic motion capabilities • Programs, programming languages, and microprocessors • Drive systems, pumps, motors, and sensors • Control methods • Industrial applications • Specifications and capabilities • Troubleshooting and maintenance • Emerging technologies and the future of robotics |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: NASA Technical Memorandum , 1990 |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Robotics in Smart Manufacturing Pedro Neto, António Paulo Moreira, 2013-06-12 This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the International Workshop on Robotics in Smart Manufacturing, WRSM 2013, held in Porto, Portugal, in June 2013. The 20 revised full papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from numerous submissions. The papers address issues such as robotic machining, off-line robot programming, robot calibration, new robotic hardware and software architectures, advanced robot teaching methods, intelligent warehouses, robot co-workers and application of robots in the textile industry. |
| advanced automation and robotics technology: Department of Housing and Urban Development, and certain independent agencies appropriations for fiscal year 1986 United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on HUD-Independent Agencies, 1985 |
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| advanced automation and robotics technology: Robots, Artificial Intelligence and Service Automation in Travel, Tourism and Hospitality Stanislav Ivanov, Craig Webster, 2019-10-14 Using a combination of theoretical discussion and real-world case studies, this book focuses on current and future use of RAISA technologies in the tourism economy, including examples from the hotel, restaurant, travel agency, museum, and events industries. |
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