Robotics in manufacturing is evolving rapidly in 2024, with collaborative robots (cobots) becoming more prominent on factory floors.
Unlike traditional industrial robots, which are often isolated from human workers for safety reasons, cobots are designed to work alongside humans, assisting with tasks like assembly, welding, and quality control.
These robots are equipped with sensors and AI that allow them to operate safely around people, adapting to changes in the environment and learning from human interactions.
Cobots are particularly valuable for small and medium-sized businesses, which may not have the resources to fully automate their production lines.
In addition to cobots, automation is being extended across entire manufacturing processes, from supply chain management to product testing.
AI-driven robots can now operate 24/7, increasing efficiency, reducing errors, and lowering labor costs. As automation and robotics become more integrated into manufacturing, the industry is experiencing a transformation that promises to boost productivity while creating new challenges related to workforce displacement and skills retraining.
