Epistora Journal of Engineering and Technological Innovation
Current Issue

The rapid advancement of robotics and automation technologies is transforming both industrial manufacturing and service sectors. This comprehensive review examines the current state of robotics innovation, including collaborative robots (cobots), autonomous mobile robots, and AI-driven automation systems. We analyze key technological breakthroughs in sensing, actuation, and control algorithms that have enabled robots to operate safely alongside humans. The review covers industrial applications across automotive, electronics, and logistics, alongside emerging service applications in healthcare, agriculture, and domestic environments. Challenges including safety standards, human-robot interaction, and workforce adaptation are critically evaluated. Recent advances in soft robotics, swarm robotics, and bio-inspired designs are discussed as promising directions for future innovation. The review concludes with a strategic framework for accelerating the adoption of advanced robotics solutions in both industrial and service contexts, emphasizing the importance of standardization, interdisciplinary collaboration, and workforce development.