What is Robotics?

The discussion about when machines will replace humans has been a long-running one. Really, people have been debating this issue since the industrial revolution and it is true that, in many cases, humans and machines cannot get by without each other. However, now that robots are capable of incorporating artificial intelligence and are made of new materials and incorporate a myriad of sensors, some robots are even capable of making decisions and performing actions with better results than human beings themselves .


What is  Robotics?

Why invest in robotics?

Huge expectations

Huge expectations

Robots don't get tired, they don't need to go on holiday and they can work 24 hours a day. Why would any company not want to have robots in the future? The companies that are developing these robots will be in great demand from individuals and companies.

More and better production

More and better production

Robots can perform tasks very accurately, repetitively, and at a higher speed than a human, meaning more and better production.

Lower occupational risk

Lower occupational risk

They allow humans not to have to perform dangerous tasks, reducing occupational hazards.

Savings in costs

Savings in costs

For companies, they can bring about considerable savings in costs (less material waste and fewer labour incidents), with a quick return on investment.

Global growth

Global growth

The global robotics market is expected to grow at least 10% through 2025, according to data from insurer AXA.

News about robotics

4 of the most outstanding companies to invest in robotics during this 2022

BBVA New Gen constantly monitors those companies that stand out in the financial market. With robotics being a topic with considerable popularity, here you can see four of the most outstanding companies in this industry for 2022.

Reinventing customer service through new technologies

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History of robotics

The history of robotics goes back many years. In 1954, engineers George Devol and Joe Engleberger developed the first programmable articulated mechanical arm.

Educational robotics, opportunities for investment in sustainable social development

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Robotics, an all-encompassing and ever-growing sector

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