Impact Assessment of Robotics in the Logistics Sector

Awareness and research initiatives of robotics technologies improving human life and intelligence have created opportunities for robotic technology developers to discover a wide range of applications across various sectors. Efficient human-robot interaction, reduced footprint, ease of integration, reprogram ability and creation of flexible environment are encouraging advancements of robotics in logistics. Robotic platforms are expected to be pivotal role in automation. Apart from automating the working environment, the adoption of robots will ease the tasks of humans associated with dangerous and hazardous tasks. In the logistics industry, robotic technologies are expected to play a quintessential role in offering effective productivity and human-machine interact ability solutions. The scope of this research service is limited to robotics based on its applicability in logistics sector. This technology and innovation research service focuses on providing a snapshot on the key impact of robotics technology on sector level, social and economic front. A global patent and funding assessment on the technology development is included in the research service along with growth opportunities of robotics in the logistics sector. Key questions addressed in the research service: What are the key emerging applications which will have a high impact in the adoption of robotics in logistics? What are the drivers and challenges of robotics in logistics? What are they patent trends witnessed in the robotics area? What are the key focus areas of technology development? What are future growth opportunities?