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In 2020, 26 Million Mobile Robots Will Enable Autonomy in Smart Factories, Unmanned Transportation, and Connected Homes
29-Jan-2015
Global
Megatrends
NE5C-01-00-00-00
MX00030-GL-MT_17305
Technological innovations such as delivery drones, autonomous driverless cars, and smart factories that have robotic co-workers are already having a profound effect on the way industries function. Widespread adoption of advanced mobile technologies and new platforms and systems are expected. Although it is difficult to predict exactly what advances will occur, the failure to embrace new technologies may put firms behind their industry competitors. This research service will highlight new opportunities for mobile robots and automation across important applications as they start to gain commercial momentum. It will explore industry trends and highlight the potential benefits of incorporating such technologies.
Executive Summary—Key Findings of the Study
Executive Summary—Key Findings of the Study (continued)
Mega Trends Driving Adoption of Mobile Robots to 2030
Mobile Robot Revolution Enabling Industry 4.0
Mobile Robot Revolution Enabling Industry 4.0 (continued)
Mobile Robots Definition and Scope
Scope of Research Service by Type of Mobile Robot
Mobile Robot Types and Applications
Mobile Robot Technology Roadmap
Mobile Robot Timeline by Major Application
Mobile Robots by Major Applications
Traditional Robotics vs. Cloud Robotics
Human-Robot Collaboration (HRC) and Mobile Robots
Executive Summary—Strategic Recommendations
Research Scope
Research Aims and Objectives
Key Questions the Study will Answer
Research Background
Research Methodology—From Macro to Micro
Research Methodology
Definitions
Definitions (continued)
Mobile Robots Definition and Scope
Working/Functioning of Mobile Robots
Mobile Robot Technology Roadmap
Industry Value Chain
Major Mobile Robot Solution Providers
Scope of Research Service by Type of Mobile Robot
UGVs
UGVs (continued)
Humanoid/Legged Robots
UAVs
UMVs
Mobile Robot Types and Applications
Logistics, Warehouse, and Distribution
Cost-Benefit Analysis of AGVs
Level of Adoption—Inbound Logistics and Distribution
Case Study—Seegrid
Case Study—Seegrid (continued)
Unmanned Defense Systems Overview
Unmanned Defense Systems Overview (continued)
UAVs
Technology Readiness Levels
Cost Benefit Analysis of UAVs
Case Study—US Department of Defense
Current State of UASs
Current State of UASs (continued)
Future of UASs
Future of UASs (continued)
Other Emerging Defense Mechanisms—Unmanned Naval Vessels
Future of Drones to 2025
Autonomous Vehicles
Purpose and Functional Requirements of Fully Automated Vehicles
Classification and Definition of Automated Driving
NHTSA Automated Driving Definitions
Macro-level Outlook of Automated Driving—Driver Involvement
Economic Benefits of Implementing Autonomous Car Technology
Cost-Benefit Analysis—Insurance Premiums
Autonomous Car Adoption Level
Market Size Analysis
OEM Comparative Analysis—Overall Automated Driving Strategy
Value Proposition of Automated Cars
Automated Driving Business Models
Off-highway Applications for Autonomous Driving Vehicles
Defense Applications for Autonomous Driving Vehicles
Case Study—Google Car Sensors and Technologies
New Avenues for Resources—Deep Sea Mining
Cost-Benefit Analysis of UUVs
Level of Adoption of AUVs
Case Study—Bluefin
Case Study—Bluefin (continued)
Mobile Robots—Personal Applications
Cost-Benefit Analysis of Personal Robots
Level of Adoption of Personal Robots
Adoption Rate of Personal Assistants
Personal Assistant Market—Current Business Climate
Personal Assistant Focus Areas
Personal Robots—Challenges and Major Solution Providers
Case Study—GeckoSystems
Case Study—GeckoSystems (continued)
Mobile Robots by Major Applications
Mega Trends Driving Adoption of Mobile Robots to 2030
Mobile Robot Revolution Enabling Industry 4.0
Mobile Robot Revolution Enabling Industry 4.0 (continued)
Mobile Robots in Industry 4.0 Create Need for Cloud Robotics
Traditional Robotics vs. Cloud Robotics
HRC and Mobile Robots
Future of HRC and Mobile Robots
Autonomous Cognitive Systems
Conclusions and Recommendations—Most Attractive Applications
Key Challenges
Strategic Recommendations
Legal Disclaimer
Robot Applications
Immobile vs. Mobile Robots
Future of Drones to 2025
Future of Drones to 2025 (continued)
Future of Drones to 2025 (continued)
Future of Drones to 2025 (continued)
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