In the next decade, almost 40% of domestic tasks could be done by robots. This is according to a new report from the World Economic Forum (WEF), which suggests that automation and robotics will become increasingly commonplace in households across the world.
The WEF’s Global Future Council on Robotics and Artificial Intelligence has been studying how technology can help people with their daily lives for some time now, and its latest findings suggest that robots are set to play an even bigger role in our homes over the coming years. The report states that 39% of all household tasks – such as cleaning, cooking, laundry and gardening – could be automated within 10 years.
This would have a huge impact on how we live our lives; freeing up more time for leisure activities or other pursuits while also reducing costs associated with hiring human labour to do these jobs. It would also reduce physical strain on those who currently perform these tasks manually, allowing them to focus their energy elsewhere or take advantage of opportunities they may not have had before due to lack of free time.
However, there are still many challenges ahead when it comes to making this vision a reality. Firstly, there needs to be significant investment into research and development so that robotic systems can become smarter and more efficient at performing complex tasks like folding clothes or preparing meals from scratch. Secondly, safety concerns need addressing: if robots are going around our homes unsupervised then it’s important they don’t cause any harm either intentionally or accidentally! Finally, ethical considerations must be taken into account too; what happens if robots start taking away jobs traditionally held by humans? How should society respond?
These questions remain unanswered but one thing is certain: robotics will continue playing an ever-increasing role in our everyday lives over the next decade – whether we like it or not! As such it’s important that governments work together with industry experts and academics alike in order ensure this transition is managed responsibly so everyone benefits from advances made in this field without any negative consequences arising as a result.
Robotics has long been seen as something out of science fiction movies but recent advancements mean it’s becoming increasingly commonplace both inside businesses premises as well as within households across the globe – especially during 2020 where social distancing measures meant traditional methods weren’t always possible anymore! And now according to a new report from the World Economic Forum (WEF), almost 40% of domestic chores could soon be completed by robots within just 10 years’ time!
The WEF’s Global Future Council on Robotics & Artificial Intelligence has spent considerable amounts researching how technology can help people with their day-to-day living – including automating mundane yet essential household duties such as cleaning floors/windows/surfaces; doing laundry; mowing lawns etcetera – all without having someone physically present at home carrying out said task(s). Such automation would bring about numerous advantages including freeing up individuals’ spare time for leisurely activities whilst simultaneously cutting down costs associated with employing human labour for these roles instead (not forgetting reduced physical strain too!).
But despite potential positives brought about through increased robotisation there remain several issues needing addressed first before widespread adoption becomes feasible: namely investments into R&D ensuring robotic systems become smart enough handle complex operations autonomously plus safety concerns regarding same machines being left unattended around houses full of vulnerable occupants ere two key examples here…and let us not forget ethical implications either i.e., what happens when robots start replacing humans altogether?! All valid points requiring careful consideration prior implementation happening en masse…
Fortunately though governments worldwide appear aware already re aforementioned matters & thus actively engaging industry professionals & academic researchers alike towards finding suitable solutions enabling smooth transition between current state affairs & future ones involving greater reliance upon robotics than ever before witnessed previously! In conclusion then although much remains uncertain right now concerning exact shape/form robotisation takes moving forward rest assured progress continues apace regardless meaning come 2030 expect see far higher levels integration existing compared today thereby transforming way lead day-to-day existences forevermore!!
The Guardian
