The automotive industry is a hotbed of innovation, driven by factors such as enhanced driving experience, fuel efficiency, and engine performance. GlobalData’s report on Robotics in Automotive: Smart factory systems reveals that there have been over 1.2 million patents filed and granted in the automotive industry in the last three years. GlobalData’s Technology Foresights analysis of over 619,000 patents has identified 290+ innovation areas that will shape the future of the industry. Smart factory systems is a key innovation area in robotics, and GlobalData’s analysis has identified 60+ companies engaged in the development and application of smart factory systems. These companies are assessed based on their ‘application diversity’ and ‘geographic reach’.
