SYNOPSIS   

Join us for an engaging half-day workshop that uncovers the essential concepts and real-world impact of autonomous robotics in today’s manufacturing environment. Discover how intelligent robotic systems are elevating productivity, improving precision, and transforming processes across assembly, inspection, and quality management.

Participants will also gain insights into the practical challenges of integrating autonomous technologies and explore emerging trends such as smart factories, advanced automation, and human-robot collaboration in the era of Industry 5.0. Whether you’re expanding your engineering expertise or exploring new career pathways, this session provides a clear and forward-looking perspective on how autonomous robotics is redefining the future of manufacturing.


WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND THIS WORKSHOP?

1. Understand the basics and advancements in autonomous robotics.
2. Learn real-world applications and industry use cases.
3. Gain insights into overcoming challenges in robotics integration.
4. Discover emerging trends shaping the future of manufacturing robotics.


KEY TOPICS COVERED FOR THIS WORKSHOP:

1.    The Fundamentals of Autonomous Robotics

    Content:
    a.    What are autonomous robots?
    b.    Key technologies: sensors, actuators, AI, and machine learning.
    c.    Evolution of robotics in manufacturing.

2.    Applications of Autonomous Robotics in Manufacturing

    Content:
     a. Autonomous robots in assembly, material handling and inspection.
     b. Case studies from leading manufacturing sectors.

3.    Challenges and Opportunities in Implementing Autonomous Robotics

    Content:
     a. Barriers to adoption: cost, skills gap, and integration.
     b. Overcoming challenges: training, collaboration, and innovation.

4.    Future Trends in Autonomous Robotics for Manufacturing

    Content:
     a. Robotics and Industry 5.0.
     b. Smart factories and human-robot collaboration.


WHO WILL BENEFIT WITH THIS WORKSHOP:

• Engineering students with an interest in manufacturing industries.
• Engineers and professionals eager to explore robotic integration.


BIODATA OF SPEAKER

Ir Ts Sukhairul Nizam Abdul Razak

Ir Ts Sukhairul Nizam Abdul Razak holds a Bachelor’s in Mechanical (Aeronautical) Engineering from UTM Skudai and an MBA from Charles Sturt University, Australia. He is a registered ASEAN Chartered Professional Engineer (ACPE) and a Professional Mechanical Engineer with a practicing certificate (PEPC) from the Board of Engineers Malaysia, in addition to being a certified Professional Technologist (MBOT).

With a career spanning over two decades, he began as a Body Design Engineer in R&D at Proton Manufacturing in 1995, later holding diverse roles including Branch Sales Manager, Warranty Operations Manager, and Head of Division at Proton Edar. He has also contributed to international projects, such as with Accenture Malaysia for the Daimler Group.

His extensive industry experience includes designing and developing automotive components, overseeing anti-corrosion and painting systems, aerodynamic refinement, and crash testing for the national automotive company. Beyond engineering, he specializes in automotive sales training, coaching, and product recall management.

In the academic sphere, he has served as a Senior Lecturer at City University Malaysia, Programme Coordinator at First City University College, and as Regional Director at Leanmax Pro Sdn Bhd. Currently, he is the Managing Director of Enviroklar Tech Sdn Bhd.

With a foundation in aeronautical engineering, Ir Ts Sukhairul Nizam has further pursued drone pilot training and regularly teaches autonomous robotics and drone technology to computer science and engineering students, graduate engineers, blending hands-on industry expertise with modern educational insight.