A futuristic perspective on human-centric assembly. (January 2022)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Wang, Lihui
• Is Part Of: Journal of manufacturing systems. Volume 62(2022)
• Page Start: 199
• Page End: 201
• Publication Date: 2022-01
• Subjects: Human-centricity -- Sustainability -- Resilience -- Brain robotics; Manufacturing processes -- Periodicals; Production engineering -- Data processing -- Periodicals; Robots, Industrial -- Periodicals; Production, Technique de la -- Informatique -- Périodiques; Robots industriels -- Périodiques; Electronic journals; 670.42
• DOI: 10.1016/j.jmsy.2021.11.001
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0278-6125

Abstract

Highlights: Outlines a futuristic perspective on human-centric assembly. Identifies four enhanced human abilities to empower a human operator physically and intellectually. Introduces brain robotics driven by human brainwaves to assist human-centric assembly. Identifies current challenges and future opportunities in this research field. Abstract: This paper provides a futuristic perspective on human-centric assembly and identifies four enhanced human abilities to empower human operators. Brain robotics is also introduced to be a central element in human-centric assembly. Remaining challenges and future opportunities are also highlighted in the end.