Intelligent Robotics—A Systematic Review of Emerging Technologies and Trends

Intelligent robotics has the potential to revolutionize various industries by amplifying output, streamlining operations, and enriching customer interactions. This systematic literature review aims to analyze emerging technologies and trends in intelligent robotics, addressing key research questions, identifying challenges and opportunities, and proposing the best practices for responsible and beneficial integration into various sectors. Our research uncovers the significant improvements brought by intelligent robotics across industries such as manufacturing, logistics, tourism, agriculture, healthcare, and construction. The main results indicate the importance of focusing on human–robot collaboration, ethical considerations, sustainable practices, and addressing industry-specific challenges to harness the opportunities presented by intelligent robotics fully. The implications and future directions of intelligent robotics involve addressing both challenges and potential risks, maximizing benefits, and ensuring responsible implementation. The continuous improvement and refinement of existing technology will shape human life and industries, driving innovation and advancements in intelligent robotics.