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Inspection Robots Market Trends

Report ID: GMI6986
Published Date: Oct 2023
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Inspection Robots Market Trends

The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the trend of remote inspection, allowing operators to control and monitor robots from afar. This trend enhances safety by reducing the need for physical presence in hazardous or inaccessible environments. Inspection robots equipped with cameras and sensors can transmit real-time data to operators, who can make informed decisions and conduct inspections remotely. This capability not only reduces risks to human inspectors but also offers cost-efficiency and versatility, making it a valuable trend in various industries, including manufacturing, energy, and infrastructure.

Inspection robots are increasingly equipped with advanced sensors, including lidar, ultrasonic, and thermal imaging, enhancing their ability to collect accurate data. Coupled with artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, these robots can process and analyze vast amounts of data in real time. This trend allows for more precise defect detection, anomaly identification, and predictive maintenance. It also improves overall inspection efficiency and reliability, making inspection robots an essential tool for industries where precision and data analysis are critical, such as aerospace, automotive, and oil and gas.

Authors: Suraj Gujar , Deeksha Vishwakarma

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

Market size for inspection robots was USD 3.24 million in 2022 and is estimated to witness over 20% CAGR from 2023 to 2032 owing to the rising demand for collaborative robots (cobots) across multiple industries.

Market for inspection robots from the semi-autonomous type segment is estimated to observe 20% CAGR from 2023-2032 driven by higher popularity in the inspection sector to facilitate productive collaborations with human workers.

Some of the well-known inspection robots industry players are ABB Ltd., FANUC Corporation, KUKA AG, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd., Yaskawa Electric Corporation, and Nachi-Fujikoshi Corporation.

Asia Pacific recorded more than 30% share of the global inspection robots industry in 2022, driven by robust industrialization, expanding manufacturing sectors, and increased infrastructure development.