Exploring Robotic Arm Fabrication: An In-depth Review of Current Trends

Year : 2024 | Volume : 15 | Issue : 03 | Page : 28 41
    By

    Vikas Ranjan,

  • Vullingala Dinesh Sai Kumar,

  • Polamarasetti Sasi Kumar,

  • Gunupuru Krishna Kanth,

  • Tompa Mohan,

  1. Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Baba Institute of Technology and Sciences, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India
  2. Student, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Baba Institute of Technology and Sciences, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India
  3. Student, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Baba Institute of Technology and Sciences, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India
  4. Student, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Baba Institute of Technology and Sciences, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India
  5. Student, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Baba Institute of Technology and Sciences, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India

Abstract

Robotic arms have emerged as indispensable tools across a myriad of industries, revolutionizing manufacturing processes, medical procedures, and even everyday tasks. This comprehensive review explores the recent advancements in robotic arm technology, focusing on key developments in design, control, sensing, and applications. The review begins by examining the evolution of robotic arm design, highlighting innovations in materials, actuators, and kinematic configurations that have enhanced the performance, versatility, and dexterity of robotic arms. It then delves into the advancements in control algorithms and software frameworks, showcasing how adaptive control, machine learning, and artificial intelligence have enabled robotic arms to operate autonomously, learn from experience, and collaborate seamlessly with humans. Furthermore, the review discusses the integration of advanced sensing technologies, including vision systems, tactile sensors, and force feedback mechanisms, which have empowered robotic arms with enhanced perception and interaction capabilities. These sensing capabilities enable robotic arms to adapt to dynamic environments, detect and handle delicate objects, and ensure safe human-robot interaction. Moreover, the review explores the diverse applications of robotic arms across industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, agriculture, and space exploration. It highlights operations and examples of how robotic arms are transforming production processes, enabling minimally invasive surgeries, optimizing agricultural operations, and advancing space exploration missions. Finally, the review identifies emerging trends and future directions in robotic arm technology, including the integration of soft robotics, swarm robotics, and bio-inspired designs. It concludes by emphasizing the transformative potential of robotic arms in addressing societal challenges, enhancing productivity, and shaping the future of automation. Overall, this review provides a comprehensive overview of the recent advancements in robotic arm technology, highlighting their transformative impact on various industries and envisioning their continued evolution towards more capable, adaptable, and intelligent robotic systems

Keywords: Kinematic configuration, actuators, robot, challenges, evolution

[This article belongs to Journal of Control & Instrumentation ]

How to cite this article:
Vikas Ranjan, Vullingala Dinesh Sai Kumar, Polamarasetti Sasi Kumar, Gunupuru Krishna Kanth, Tompa Mohan. Exploring Robotic Arm Fabrication: An In-depth Review of Current Trends. Journal of Control & Instrumentation. 2024; 15(03):28-41.
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Vikas Ranjan, Vullingala Dinesh Sai Kumar, Polamarasetti Sasi Kumar, Gunupuru Krishna Kanth, Tompa Mohan. Exploring Robotic Arm Fabrication: An In-depth Review of Current Trends. Journal of Control & Instrumentation. 2024; 15(03):28-41. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/joci/article=2024/view=176952


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Volume 15
Issue 03
Received 10/08/2024
Accepted 25/08/2024
Published 04/10/2024
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