ABB shapes the future of smart robotics

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2025-03-10 Source: ABB | Translated by AI 2 min Reading Time

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Generative, AI-supported automation makes robots "smarter", more mobile, accessible, and versatile. New application sectors for robotics are also emerging, according to ABB.

ABB is working on making smart robotics even more flexible. The magic word is generative artificial intelligence. What robots can already do now and in the future is explained by ABB experts here...(Image: ABB) — ABB is working on making smart robotics even more flexible. The magic word is generative artificial intelligence. What robots can already do now and in the future is explained by ABB experts here...
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From the shrinking number of workers to the increasing personalization of products and the necessity to operate more sustainably, these are the trends driving the demand for flexible and robust automation systems, as noted by ABB. At the same time, the new era of generative, AI-supported automation is making robots smarter, more accessible, and versatile, which is creating new and emerging sectors for robotics. For over ten years, ABB has been driving innovations in analytical artificial intelligence (AI), it says. This has ultimately demonstrated how mature this technology has become. It creates noticeable advantages and ensures that automation finds broader application. According to ABB, it overcomes the challenges that have previously limited the use of robots in rapidly changing, dynamic environments.

Robots with language understanding are set to conquer the world

ABB has equipped its robots with AI-supported 3D vision, giving them eyes, dexterous hands through advanced force sensors, and autonomous mobility through 3D mapping. With the major step of generative AI, ABB is now driving innovations in robot brains. The goals are solution-oriented "intelligence" and understanding human language. If robots can understand voice commands and determine how to execute tasks without prior programming, they can complete more tasks in more places—faster and safer, as ABB explains. This allows companies to automate even without specialized skills or infrastructure. This new era of versatility will lead robotics to conquer new industries—from logistics and construction to healthcare and life sciences.

Existing automation hurdles are being torn down

"With the latest technologies, combined and optimized with generative AI, vision systems, and mobile systems, we are expanding the offering," emphasizes Sami Atiya, Head of the Robotics and Discrete Automation business area at ABB. Imagine working with a robot that not only follows instructions but also learns, adapts, and freely navigates through dynamic environments while taking on new tasks. "After over 50 years of innovation history at ABB Robotics, we now look into a future where this becomes a reality in the workplace. Where we continue to lower the barriers for automation for our customers while also helping to boost productivity and shape the well-being of society," says Atiya.

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