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Looking to the future of service robots

In automation, service robots are transforming industries and redefining the boundaries of what machines can achieve. For design engineers, OEMs, and machine builders, the rise of service robots presents both a challenge and an opportunity to work towards a more efficient and intelligent future.

02/06/2025 17:00:45

A variety of service robots is available globally, providing essential support in hospitality settings, healthcare, and manufacturing operations. Designed to perform tasks that enable humans to work more efficiently, service robots will most likely become indispensable within society in the coming years.

For example, JEEVES, the service robot from Robotise Technologies, caters to hotels without the space or resources for minibars, relieving staff shortages and helping them to become more competitive. JEEVES functions without disruption, with a focus on space-saving. This is made possible through energy chains from igus to guide energy and data cables.

Read the full article in DPA's June 2025 issue

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.