Manufacturers in industries like aerospace and energy are undergoing significant transformation as automation technologies reshape their tools and processes. In the past, robotic systems, automated diagnostics, and digital process monitoring led to improved quality and efficiency. Today, manufacturers are strengthening the link between complex physical parts and digital capabilities using digital twins, AI-powered inspection tools, and adaptive robotics – creating new opportunities for process enhancement.
Historical growth in aerospace automation was fueled by the desire to enhance measurable factors such as quality and efficiency. Josh Tuttle, business development manager at Aerobotix, explains, "In the past, the primary motivation for adopting automation was its return on investment in addressing existing problems. Companies had established product lines or manufacturing processes and identified issues that required automation solutions. Now, everyone incorporates automation from the start to improve broader aspects of their production processes."