Robotics
Scope & Guideline
Innovating Insights for a Robotic Tomorrow
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Robot Learning and Adaptation:
Research focusing on machine learning techniques for robots, including reinforcement learning, imitation learning, and adaptive control strategies to enhance robot capabilities in dynamic environments. - Human-Robot Interaction (HRI):
Exploration of the interactions between robots and humans, emphasizing social robots, communication strategies, and the psychological aspects of robot acceptance and trust. - Robot Control and Navigation:
Innovative control algorithms and navigation techniques for various robotic platforms, including mobile robots, aerial vehicles, and manipulators, often incorporating advanced methods such as SLAM, optimal control, and decentralized systems. - Soft Robotics and Bioinspired Design:
Development of soft robotic systems that mimic biological organisms, focusing on compliance, adaptability, and novel materials to enhance interaction with humans and the environment. - Collaborative Robotics:
Research on multi-robot systems and cooperative behaviors, addressing challenges in coordination, task allocation, and communication among heterogeneous robot teams. - Robotics in Healthcare and Rehabilitation:
Application of robotic systems in healthcare, including rehabilitation robots, assistive devices, and social robots aimed at improving patient outcomes and quality of life. - Robotic Perception and Sensing:
Studies on enhancing robot perception through advanced sensing technologies, including vision, tactile, and auditory systems, and their integration for improved situational awareness.
Trending and Emerging
- AI and Machine Learning in Robotics:
An increasing number of studies are integrating artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques into robotics for tasks such as perception, decision-making, and autonomous learning, enabling robots to adapt and improve over time. - Social and Emotional Robotics:
There is a growing focus on developing robots that can understand and respond to human emotions, enhancing their effectiveness in social interactions and caregiving applications. - Robotics in Autonomous Systems:
Research on autonomous systems, particularly in environments such as agriculture, disaster response, and healthcare, is gaining traction, emphasizing the need for robots to operate independently in complex, unstructured settings. - Multi-Agent Systems and Swarm Robotics:
Emerging research themes are exploring the coordination and cooperation of multiple robots working together as a swarm, focusing on decentralized control strategies and collective behavior. - Human-Centered Design in Robotics:
An emphasis on human-centered design principles in robotics is becoming more prevalent, ensuring that robots are designed with user needs and experiences in mind, particularly in assistive and healthcare applications. - Robotic Systems for Environmental Monitoring:
The use of robotics for environmental applications, such as monitoring ecosystems and managing resources, is trending, driven by the need for sustainable solutions to global challenges.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Industrial Robotics:
Research dedicated to traditional industrial robots, such as fixed automation and assembly line robotics, has seen a decrease, possibly due to the rise of collaborative and flexible robotic systems that adapt to varying tasks. - Basic Autonomous Navigation:
The focus on basic autonomous navigation techniques, such as simple obstacle avoidance, has waned as more sophisticated approaches incorporating AI and machine learning take precedence. - Static Robot Systems:
Static or non-mobile robot systems, which once received considerable attention, are becoming less prominent as interest shifts towards mobile and versatile robots capable of operating in dynamic environments. - Single-Task Robots:
The research on single-task robots designed for specific applications is declining, as the industry moves towards multifunctional robots capable of performing a wider range of tasks. - Theoretical Robotics without Practical Applications:
Papers focusing solely on theoretical aspects of robotics without practical applications or implications are less common, reflecting a trend towards research that emphasizes real-world application and impact.
Similar Journals
ROBOTICS AND AUTONOMOUS SYSTEMS
Transforming Ideas into Intelligent Solutions.ROBOTICS AND AUTONOMOUS SYSTEMS, published by Elsevier, is a leading journal in the fields of robotics and automation, providing a platform for the dissemination of high-quality, peer-reviewed research. With an impressive impact factor and a prestigious reputation, this journal is classified in the Q1 category for major fields including Computer Science Applications, Control and Systems Engineering, Mathematics, and Software as of 2023. The journal boasts an extensive archive dating back to 1988, reflecting the evolution of the discipline and fostering innovative research discussions that are crucial for advancements in autonomous technologies. Researchers, professionals, and students are encouraged to contribute to and benefit from the ongoing dialogue within these dynamic fields. Accessible through various academic resources, ROBOTICS AND AUTONOMOUS SYSTEMS stands as a pivotal information source for those dedicated to exploring the frontiers of intelligent systems.
Intelligent Service Robotics
Empowering Research: Driving the Evolution of Robotics and AIIntelligent Service Robotics, published by SPRINGER HEIDELBERG, is a leading journal that focuses on the transformative intersection of intelligent systems and robotics, establishing itself as a pivotal resource for researchers, professionals, and students in the fields of Artificial Intelligence, Computational Mechanics, and Mechanical Engineering. With an impressive impact factor reflective of its relevance—featuring a 2023 Q1 ranking in Computational Mechanics and Mechanical Engineering, and Q2 in Artificial Intelligence—this journal disseminates high-quality, peer-reviewed research that propels innovation and application in various engineering disciplines. Operating from its headquarters in Heidelberg, Germany, Intelligent Service Robotics aims to foster a dynamic academic community, encouraging open dialogue and collaboration among thought leaders and emerging scholars alike. The journal invites submissions that provide novel insights and solutions in the rapidly evolving landscape of service robotics, ensuring that it remains at the forefront of scientific discourse. With a converged publication timeline from 2008 to 2024 and robust Scopus rankings, the journal is committed to shaping the future of robotic intelligence and its applications.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ROBOTICS RESEARCH
Exploring Innovative Solutions in Robotics and EngineeringINTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ROBOTICS RESEARCH (ISSN: 0278-3649, E-ISSN: 1741-3176), published by SAGE PUBLICATIONS LTD, is a leading journal in the fields of robotics and engineering. With an impressive impact factor and recognized as a Q1 journal in various categories including Applied Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Modeling and Simulation, and Software, it has established itself as an essential resource for researchers and practitioners alike. The journal covers a wide array of topics relevant to the advancing disciplines of robotics, ensuring comprehensive perspectives on both theoretical and practical applications. Notably, it ranks at the top percentile in Scopus rankings across multiple fields, which underscores its significance in the research community. Published continuously since 1982, the journal invites submissions that push the boundaries of robotics research, offering a platform for innovative ideas and solutions that address complex engineering problems. While it operates under a subscription model, its vast reach and reputation make it an invaluable resource for advancing knowledge in robotics.
Robotic Intelligence and Automation
Pioneering Insights in Robotics and Artificial Intelligence.Robotic Intelligence and Automation is a pioneering academic journal dedicated to the exploration and advancement of knowledge within the realms of robotics, artificial intelligence, and automation technologies. Published by EMERALD GROUP PUBLISHING LTD in the United Kingdom, this journal serves as a critical platform for researchers, professionals, and students who strive to understand and innovate in these rapidly evolving fields. With an impressive visibility across multiple disciplines, it has achieved a respectable Q2 ranking in Computer Science Applications, Control and Systems Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, and Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering, while also being recognized in Q3 for Artificial Intelligence and Human-Computer Interaction. The journal boasts a comprehensive Open Access model, allowing broad dissemination of research findings, which is vital for fostering collaboration and learning within the scientific community. Researchers can look forward to contributing to a publication that not only addresses current challenges but also seeks to shape the future of intelligent automation and robotics.
Advanced Intelligent Systems
Empowering Research in Intelligent Materials and Systems.Advanced Intelligent Systems, published by WILEY, stands as a prominent Open Access journal dedicated to the interdisciplinary exploration of intelligent systems, with a focus on materials science, engineering, and computer science. Since its establishment, the journal has fostered innovative research, providing a platform for the dissemination of findings that push the boundaries of artificial intelligence, human-computer interaction, and systems engineering. Although it is relatively new, having converged from 2023 to 2024, it ranks within various Scopus categories, showcasing its growing influence in fields such as mechanical engineering and computer vision. With an emphasis on accessibility, the journal has been Open Access since 2019, ensuring that cutting-edge research is available to a global audience of researchers, professionals, and students, thus driving forward the frontiers of intelligent systems development.
ROBOTICA
Exploring the Nexus of Technology and IntelligenceROBOTICA is a premier academic journal that serves as a vital resource within the multidisciplinary field of robotics and artificial intelligence. Published by Cambridge University Press, this journal boasts a comprehensive scope that encompasses areas such as computational mechanics, computer vision, control systems, and software applications. With an impressive range of quartile rankings in 2023, including Q2 in key categories like Computational Mechanics and Control and Optimization, ROBOTICA represents a significant contribution to its field, providing researchers and practitioners with cutting-edge insights and advancements. Although it follows a traditional subscription model, the journal maintains a commitment to accessibility through its esteemed indexing performance and robust academic standing, evidenced by Scopus rankings within the top percentiles across multiple relevant disciplines. Covering an expansive period from 1983 to 2024, ROBOTICA is essential for anyone looking to stay at the forefront of robotics research and innovation.
Journal of Field Robotics
Advancing Robotic Solutions for Complex ChallengesJournal of Field Robotics, published by WILEY, is an esteemed peer-reviewed journal focusing on the cutting-edge developments in the area of robotics applied to real-world environments. With an ISSN of 1556-4959 and an E-ISSN of 1556-4967, this journal serves as a vital platform for researchers and professionals keen on advancing the fields of Computer Science Applications and Control and Systems Engineering, where it has earned a prestigious Q1 ranking in both categories as of 2023. The journal, which converges in its studies from 2006 to 2024, showcases original research that enhances the understanding and implementation of robotic systems in various fields, thus promoting innovative solutions to complex challenges. Access to the journal is through subscription-based options, ensuring a rigorous selection of high-quality research articles, reviews, and technical notes that contribute significantly to the academic community. With a solid Scopus ranking—39th out of 817 in Computer Science Applications and 17th out of 321 in Control and Systems Engineering, both in the 95th and 94th percentiles respectively—Journal of Field Robotics is essential reading for anyone interested in the future of robotics technologies and their transformative impact.
Annual Review of Control Robotics and Autonomous Systems
Driving Excellence in Control Engineering and AIAnnual Review of Control Robotics and Autonomous Systems, published by ANNUAL REVIEWS, is a premier, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing the field of control, robotics, and autonomous systems. With its E-ISSN of 2573-5144, the journal is recognized for its high-caliber contributions, evidenced by its Q1 ranking in key categories, including Artificial Intelligence, Control and Systems Engineering, and Human-Computer Interaction. Spanning converged years from 2018 to 2024, it serves as an essential resource for researchers, professionals, and students who seek to stay abreast of the latest developments and methodologies impacting these rapidly evolving fields. The journal does not currently offer Open Access options, which enables it to maintain stringent quality control while ensuring that every issue is packed with scholarly articles that meet the highest academic standards. With a focus on interdisciplinary approaches and cutting-edge technologies, the Annual Review of Control Robotics and Autonomous Systems is poised as a critical voice for scholarly discourse, fostering innovation and collaboration in tackling complex challenges of the modern world.
Science Robotics
Elevating Robotics to New Heights of ExcellenceScience Robotics, published by the American Association for the Advancement of Science, is a leading journal that explores cutting-edge advancements in the field of robotics, emphasizing the intersection of artificial intelligence, mechanical engineering, and control optimization. With its ISSN 2470-9476, this prestigious journal holds an impressive Q1 ranking across pivotal categories for 2023, including Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science Applications, Control and Optimization, and Mechanical Engineering. It has garnered renowned recognition in the academic community, highlighted by its high Scopus rankings—placing it in the top tier with a 99th percentile rank in Mathematics for Control and Optimization and Computer Science Applications, and maintaining a 98th percentile in Artificial Intelligence. While the journal is not currently open access, it serves as a vital repository of knowledge for researchers, professionals, and students seeking to stay at the forefront of robotic innovations. Operating from its base in Washington, DC, Science Robotics aims to disseminate world-class research that catalyzes future developments in robotics and automation technologies, making it an essential resource for those engaged in the scientific study and application of these transformative fields.
Journal of Robotics
Unleashing Potential Through Open Access RoboticsJournal of Robotics, published by HINDAWI LTD, is a premier open-access journal dedicated to the rapidly evolving field of robotics. With its ISSN 1687-9600 and E-ISSN 1687-9619, the journal has been an essential resource for researchers, professionals, and students since its establishment in 2009. Based in England, the journal not only aims to disseminate cutting-edge research but also provides a platform for critical discussions on the latest advancements in robotics. Recognized for its quality, the journal holds a Q2 ranking in Computer Science (miscellaneous) and a Q3 ranking in Control and Systems Engineering for the year 2023. Spanning topics from autonomous systems to robotic engineering, the Journal of Robotics is indexed in various esteemed databases, making it a credible source for innovative research. The journal's commitment to open access ensures that its research reaches a broad audience, encouraging collaboration and driving forward the boundaries of technology and engineering.