• A recent $300-million investment announcement from GE Aerospace adds fuel to a report from the International Federation of Robotics saying AI powered robotics applications will be the norm in 5-10 years. • Artificial intelligence (AI) will be widely adopted in robotics applications over the next five to 10 years, according to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR). • In a recent position paper, the IFR says this level of adoption will be driven by a quicker return on investment (ROI) compared to non-AI systems, notable in terms of increased efficiency and a reduction in errors and maintenance costs. • Get a copy of the report here While the precursors to what we now call AI have been embedded into robotics applications for many years, the federation says AI has become more capable and accessible. • “…it is transforming from a supporting technology into a powerful enabler, driving more seamless implementation and opening the door to wider robot adoption across industries,” the group says in its report. • The report says the idea of a new generation of AI-powered robots is fueled by AI tech companies and analysts forecasting a multitrillion-dollar market, with robot and chip manufacturers investing in dedicated hardware and software that simulate real-world environments.
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- The International Federation of Robotics (IFR) predicts that AI‑powered robots will become the industry norm within five to ten years, citing faster returns on investment through higher efficiency, fewer errors and lower maintenance costs. The report highlights “Physical AI” - robots that learn in virtual environments - as a key driver, especially for manufacturing, logistics, and aerospace. Supporting this outlook, GE Aerospace announced a $300 million investment in Singapore to expand AI‑enabled inspection, predictive maintenance and automated repair for its CFM LEAP engine line. The funding will build new repair modules, a coatings facility, and an AI Center of Excellence to enhance MRO services across APAC.
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