Definition of robotizationnext
as in mechanization
the process of putting an apparatus, operation, or system under the control or regulation of mechanical or electronic devices on account of robotization, no human need come into direct contact with the hazardous material

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Recent Examples of robotization Autonomous driving has particular challenges, but factory robotization will still happen in the next five to 10 years. — Alex Konrad, Forbes, 6 Feb. 2023 The country, and indeed the world, is headed for an extraordinary wave of robotization and automation — and not just in travel. — Laura Blasey, Los Angeles Times, 28 Sep. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for robotization
Noun
  • The mechanization of what makes a theme park a theme park is simply too complex, too vast and involving too many people to be dismissed as fake.
    — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2026
  • Machinery worked tirelessly, but placing mechanization into a workflow designed for manual human labor created severe bottlenecks.
    — Barney Krishnan, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Johnson Controls International Plc (JCI) Sean — Johnson Controls makes HVAC equipment and chillers, building automation and controls, and fire and security systems, plus the service contracts that go with them.
    — Josh Brown,Sean Russo, CNBC, 12 Oct. 2026
  • While automation handles the frying and cutting of the dough, employees take care of the creative process, like drizzles and sprinkles for certain specialty dough treats.
    — Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 12 Oct. 2026

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“Robotization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/robotization. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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