Topics Classification

9. Human-Centered & Adaptive Industrial Systems​

This thematic area focuses on the design and development of industrial systems in which people remain at the center of technological innovation, combining human capabilities with Artificial Intelligence and advanced manufacturing technologies.

It addresses human-AI collaboration and Human-Centered AI approaches aimed at creating industrial environments where intelligent technologies support people, enhance decision-making and contribute to more effective, adaptable and responsible manufacturing systems.

9.1. Intelligent, adaptive and reconfigurable manufacturing systems | IMS 2027

Manufacturing systems capable of adapting their structure, resources and behaviour to changing products, demand and operating conditions.

9.2. Human-centered manufacturing and Human-AI collaboration | IMS 2027

Manufacturing approaches that place people at the centre of intelligent system design. Includes Human-AI teaming, decision support, trust, skills and operator augmentation.

9.3. Robotics, autonomous systems and human-robot collaboration | IMS 2027

Intelligent robotic and autonomous technologies for flexible manufacturing. Includes collaborative robotics, autonomous operations and safe human-robot interaction.