Internet of Robotic Things in Smart Domains: Applications and Challenges

Area of Science:

• Robotics
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Industry 4.0

Background:

• The Fourth Industrial Revolution is characterized by the convergence of cyber-physical systems.
• Robotic systems and IoT are key enablers of Industry 4.0, transforming industrial landscapes.
• The integration of these technologies creates new paradigms for device development and interaction.

Purpose of the Study:

• To outline the state-of-the-art applications of the Internet of Robotic Things (IoRT).
• To analyze the impact of IoRT on various research fields and industrial domains.
• To identify and discuss the primary open challenges in integrating robotic technologies into smart spaces.

Main Methods:

• Review of current literature on IoRT applications.
• Analysis of the state-of-the-art in robotic systems and IoT integration.
• Discussion of challenges and future research directions in IoRT.

Main Results:

• IoRT enables innovation across diverse fields including manufacturing, agriculture, health, surveillance, and education.
• Significant advancements in digital systems are driven by IoRT.
• The manuscript highlights the growing influence of IoRT on everyday life.

Conclusions:

• IoRT represents a significant advancement, merging robotics and IoT for Industry 4.0.
• Addressing open challenges is crucial for the widespread adoption of IoRT in smart spaces.
• Further research is essential to explore the full potential of remote and automated IoRT applications.