세계의 모듈러 로봇 시장 예측(-2030년) : 유형별, 로봇 유형별, 부품별, 설계별, 구성별, 최대 적재량별, 최종사용자별, 지역별 분석

According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Modular Robotics Market is accounted for $6.33 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach $15.86 billion by 2030 growing at a CAGR of 14% during the forecast period. Robotic systems that are modular in nature consist of numerous autonomous, independent, and programmable modules that are physically connected to one another. These robots are referred to as reconfigurable robots and are capable of changing their configuration in response to environmental factors. In critical applications like accessing hazardous areas, space exploration, search and rescue, inspecting tubes and bridges, and fitting into small spaces, modular robotics are typically used. These systems are gaining traction in the market owing to their many benefits, which include the potential for robustness, morphological adaptability, and self-repair.

According to statistics from the IFR (International Federation of Robotics, the international umbrella organization of all national robotics associations) in 2016, with about 31,500 installed units, the US recorded an all-time high for industrial robots, a 15 percent increase over 2015.

Market Dynamics:

Driver:

Wide usage in various industries

Due to the many benefits it offers different industries, including scalability, customization, flexibility, interoperability, and cost effectiveness, modular robotics is significantly expanding in the global market. Modular robots are suitable for environments that change quickly or for a variety of tasks because they can be easily scaled, customized, and reconfigured to carry out tasks with greater precision and efficiency. They are adaptable to various operations and tasks thanks to their integration with other robotic systems and technologies. Additionally, because individual modules can be upgraded or replaced as needed rather than having to replace the entire system, modular design can result in cost savings in production, maintenance, and repair. All of these factors are fueling market growth.

Restraint:

Difficulty in developing components and adaption

Creating versatile and adaptable components and creating algorithms for coordinated and adaptive behavior in modular robots are two challenges facing the global market for modular robotics. The creation of reliable communication systems and the standardization of interfaces and protocols for interoperability present additional difficulties. Additionally, effective testing and evaluation techniques are required for modular robots because it can be challenging to predict how these systems will behave in actual environments due to their complexity.

Opportunity:

Growing investments in automotive industry

The automotive industry has heavily utilized these robotic systems since the inception of modular robotics. In this industry, the new capabilities of modular robotics have more effectively and economically responded to changing demands. The entire production chain, from operations in stores, press shops, and paint shops to the final assembly and distribution in warehouses, has been significantly improved by modular robotics systems. Additionally, the manufacturing processes now have higher levels of productivity, quality, and competitiveness due to the new levels of speed, accuracy, flexibility, and agility made possible by modular robotics.

Threat:

High costs

Modular robot design and integration complexity result in high manufacturing costs, which can be seen as one of the main obstacles to the market's expansion. In order to ensure better work optimization, these robots' hardware and software designs occasionally need to be integrated with cutting-edge technologies, which cost the manufacturers money for expensive components. Additionally, the complexity of developing robots that combine features like precision, robustness, functionality, and others necessitates the use of qualified expertise. These factors contribute to an increase in its purchase costs, a decrease in adoption by small and mid-sized businesses which restrict the market's expansion.

COVID-19 Impact:

The COVID-19 pandemic has had an impact on the modular robotics industry, causing stagnation in the supply of parts like manipulators, controllers, and drive modules. This causes a slowdown in the factories that make modular robots, which causes a halt in the delivery of finished goods. Even the end-user sector has been severely impacted, particularly as a result of the widespread implementation of lockdowns to stop the virus's spread, which has decreased the demand for modular robotic systems during this period.

The automotive segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period

During the forecast period, the automotive industry is anticipated to hold the largest share of the market. In the automotive sector, the new capabilities of modular robotics have more effectively and economically responded to changing demands. Furthermore, the new levels of responsiveness, flexibility, and agility made possible by modular robotics enhance the competitiveness, quality, and output of manufacturing processes. Automobile OEMs and manufacturers have been influenced by the rising demand for vehicles, particularly from developing nations, to choose automation as a way to boost production and satisfy consumer demand. This has influenced the automotive industry's high demand for modular robots.

The collaborative modular robots segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period

Over the forecast period, the collaborative modular robots segment is expected to grow at the highest rate. This can be attributed to the numerous benefits that these robots provide, which have led to their widespread adoption in the electronics and automotive industries. The demand for collaborative modular robotics systems is also being driven by important developments and advancements in areas like machine vision and speech recognition in relation to end-effectors like grippers, controllers, and different robotic modules.

Region with largest share:

Due to the presence of well-known automotive and electronics manufacturers, the Asia-Pacific region is expected to dominate the modular robotics market during the forecast period. The modular robotics market is dominated by developing nations like China, Japan, South Korea, and India. Due to significant investments in industrial automation, which increase demand for modular robotics, China is anticipated to present lucrative growth opportunities in the market. Furthermore, another significant factor driving the market is the high rate of industrial automation adoption throughout the Asia-Pacific region.

Region with highest CAGR:

Due to the widespread adoption of advanced and autonomous robots, North America is predicted to register the highest CAGR growth. The growth is being fueled by advances in gripping systems and related technology. To improve their robotics business processes in the region, major players are concentrating on working together with numerous businesses that offer gripping systems and related technology. As a result, these elements will probably increase the demand for modular robotics in this area.

Key players in the market:

Some of the key players profiled in the Modular Robotics Market include: 3D HUBS B.V., ABB, Acmi S.p.A., Aurotek Corporation, b+m surface systems GmbH, Cassioli Group, Comau S.P.A., DENSO Products and Services Americas, Inc., Durr Group, Fanuc Corporation, igm Robotersysteme AG, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd., Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Omron Adept Technology, Inc., OTC DAIHEN Inc., Rethink Robotics GmbH, Seiko Epson Corporation, Shibaura Machine Co., Ltd., ST Robotics Limited, Staubli International AG, TM Robotics (Americas) Inc., Unbox Robotics, Universal Robots A/S, Vision Machinery Inc., Yamaha Motor Co. Ltd. and Yaskawa Electric Corporation.

Key Developments:

In January 2023, Exotec, a robotics provider, expanded its product portfolio with three modular innovations. The innovations aimed at enabling greater flexibility, versatility, and efficiency in the warehousing industry. The first innovation is the "Skypod 2," which is an autonomous, high-density storage solution that can store up to 50% more products than traditional warehouse storage systems. Exotec's new products are designed to help businesses optimize their warehouse operations and increase their efficiency

In July 2022, Beckhoff showcases its latest modular industrial robot system at Automatica 2022, the ATRO, which features added link modules of different designs and dimensions, giving users the flexibility to meet their automation needs.

In July 2022, Beckhoff Introduces the ATRO Modular Robot. This forthcoming modular, customizable, do-it-yourself robot technology adds new dimensions to how end users, system integrators, and OEMs will think about robotic automation.

Types Covered:

• Chain
• Lattice
• Strut

Robot Types Covered:

• Articulated Modular Robots
• Cartesian Modular Robots
• Collaborative Modular Robots
• Parallel Modular Robots
• SCARA Modular Robots
• Other Robot Types

Components Covered:

• Hardware
• Software
• Services

Designs Covered:

• Homogenous Module
• Heterogeneous Module

Configurations Covered:

• Auto-Configuration
• Manual Configuration

Payload Capacities Covered:

• 1-16 Kg
• 16.1-60 Kg
• 60.1-225 Kg
• More than 225 Kg

End Users Covered:

• Automotive
• Chemical
• Cosmetics
• Electronics and Electrical
• Food and Beverages
• Logistics
• Metals and Machinery
• Pharmaceutical
• Precision Engineering and Optics
• Retail & e-Commerce
• Other End Users

Regions Covered:

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • Italy
  • France
  • Spain
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • Japan
  • China
  • India
  • Australia
  • New Zealand
  • South Korea
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
  • Argentina
  • Brazil
  • Chile
  • Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • Qatar
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa

What our report offers:

• Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
• Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
• Covers Market data for the years 2021, 2022, 2023, 2026 and 2030
• Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
• Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
• Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
• Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
• Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements

Free Customization Offerings:

All the customers of this report will be entitled to receive one of the following free customization options:

• Company Profiling
  • Comprehensive profiling of additional market players (up to 3)
  • SWOT Analysis of key players (up to 3)
• Regional Segmentation
  • Market estimations, Forecasts and CAGR of any prominent country as per the client's interest (Note: Depends on feasibility check)
• Competitive Benchmarking
  • Benchmarking of key players based on product portfolio, geographical presence, and strategic alliances

Table of Contents

1 Executive Summary

2 Preface

• 2.1 Abstract
• 2.2 Stake Holders
• 2.3 Research Scope
• 2.4 Research Methodology
  • 2.4.1 Data Mining
  • 2.4.2 Data Analysis
  • 2.4.3 Data Validation
  • 2.4.4 Research Approach
• 2.5 Research Sources
  • 2.5.1 Primary Research Sources
  • 2.5.2 Secondary Research Sources
  • 2.5.3 Assumptions

3 Market Trend Analysis

• 3.1 Introduction
• 3.2 Drivers
• 3.3 Restraints
• 3.4 Opportunities
• 3.5 Threats
• 3.6 End User Analysis
• 3.7 Impact of Covid-19

4 Porters Five Force Analysis

• 4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers
• 4.2 Bargaining power of buyers
• 4.3 Threat of substitutes
• 4.4 Threat of new entrants
• 4.5 Competitive rivalry

5 Global Modular Robotics Market, By Type

• 5.1 Introduction
• 5.2 Chain
• 5.3 Lattice
• 5.4 Strut

6 Global Modular Robotics Market, By Robot Type

• 6.1 Introduction
• 6.2 Articulated Modular Robots
• 6.3 Cartesian Modular Robots
• 6.4 Collaborative Modular Robots
• 6.5 Parallel Modular Robots
• 6.6 SCARA Modular Robots
• 6.7 Other Robot Types
  • 6.7.1 Spherical Robots
  • 6.7.2 Cylindrical Robots

7 Global Modular Robotics Market, By Component

• 7.1 Introduction
• 7.2 Hardware
  • 7.2.1 Controller
  • 7.2.2 Driver Module
  • 7.2.3 Manipulator
  • 7.2.4 Sensor
• 7.3 Software
• 7.4 Services

8 Global Modular Robotics Market, By Design

• 8.1 Introduction
• 8.2 Homogenous Module
• 8.3 Heterogeneous Module

9 Global Modular Robotics Market, By Configuration

• 9.1 Introduction
• 9.2 Auto-Configuration
• 9.3 Manual Configuration

10 Global Modular Robotics Market, By Payload Capacity

• 10.1 Introduction
• 10.2 1-16 Kg
• 10.3 16.1-60 Kg
• 10.4 60.1-225 Kg
• 10.5 More than 225 Kg

11 Global Modular Robotics Market, By End User

• 11.1 Introduction
• 11.2 Automotive
• 11.3 Chemical
• 11.4 Cosmetics
• 11.5 Electronics and Electrical
• 11.6 Food and Beverages
• 11.7 Logistics
• 11.8 Metals and Machinery
• 11.9 Pharmaceutical
• 11.10 Precision Engineering and Optics
• 11.11 Retail & e-Commerce
• 11.12 Other End Users

12 Global Modular Robotics Market, By Geography

• 12.1 Introduction
• 12.2 North America
  • 12.2.1 US
  • 12.2.2 Canada
  • 12.2.3 Mexico
• 12.3 Europe
  • 12.3.1 Germany
  • 12.3.2 UK
  • 12.3.3 Italy
  • 12.3.4 France
  • 12.3.5 Spain
  • 12.3.6 Rest of Europe
• 12.4 Asia Pacific
  • 12.4.1 Japan
  • 12.4.2 China
  • 12.4.3 India
  • 12.4.4 Australia
  • 12.4.5 New Zealand
  • 12.4.6 South Korea
  • 12.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific
• 12.5 South America
  • 12.5.1 Argentina
  • 12.5.2 Brazil
  • 12.5.3 Chile
  • 12.5.4 Rest of South America
• 12.6 Middle East & Africa
  • 12.6.1 Saudi Arabia
  • 12.6.2 UAE
  • 12.6.3 Qatar
  • 12.6.4 South Africa
  • 12.6.5 Rest of Middle East & Africa

13 Key Developments

• 13.1 Agreements, Partnerships, Collaborations and Joint Ventures
• 13.2 Acquisitions & Mergers
• 13.3 New Product Launch
• 13.4 Expansions
• 13.5 Other Key Strategies

14 Company Profiling

• 14.1 3D HUBS B.V.
• 14.2 ABB
• 14.3 Acmi S.p.A.
• 14.4 Aurotek Corporation
• 14.5 b+m surface systems GmbH
• 14.6 Cassioli Group
• 14.7 Comau S.P.A.
• 14.8 DENSO Products and Services Americas, Inc.
• 14.9 Durr Group
• 14.10 Fanuc Corporation
• 14.11 igm Robotersysteme AG
• 14.12 John Wiley & Sons, Inc.,
• 14.13 Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.
• 14.14 Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
• 14.15 Omron Adept Technology, Inc.
• 14.16 OTC DAIHEN Inc.
• 14.17 Rethink Robotics GmbH
• 14.18 Seiko Epson Corporation
• 14.19 Shibaura Machine Co., Ltd.
• 14.20 ST Robotics Limited
• 14.21 Staubli International AG
• 14.22 TM Robotics (Americas) Inc.
• 14.23 Unbox Robotics
• 14.24 Universal Robots A/S
• 14.25 Vision Machinery Inc.
• 14.26 Yamaha Motor Co. Ltd.
• 14.27 Yaskawa Electric Corporation