The landscape of industrial automation is undergoing a seismic shift. Recent data from IDTechEx projects that collaborative robot (cobot) revenues will soar from $1.2 billion to nearly $30 billion within a decade. This growth signifies a move away from rigid, isolated machinery toward flexible, human-centric systems. Manufacturers now face a pivotal moment to integrate these versatile tools into their existing control systems.
The dawn of Physical AI is revolutionizing the industrial automation landscape. No longer limited to theoretical research or experimental prototypes, AI-powered robotics are now achieving real-world results. From humanoid robots packing packages at Spanx LLC to autonomous bipedal machines at GXO Logistics and advanced robots at BMW's Spartanburg plant, the future of automation is arriving faster than anticipated.
