This article was automatically translated from the original Turkish version.
Robots have long occupied a central place in science fiction narratives, perceived as technological figures distant from everyday life. However, in recent years, rapid advances in artificial intelligence, sensor technologies, and automation have begun to fundamentally transform this perception. In the coming years, robots are expected to become visible not only in industrial settings but also in a much broader segment of daily life.
One of the first points of contact for robots in everyday life will be the service sector. Autonomous cleaning robots, warehouse and logistics robots, and basic customer guidance systems are already in use. In the near future, these systems are anticipated to evolve into more adaptable, environmentally aware forms capable of interacting more naturally with humans. This shift will bring significant transformations in time, labor, and cost management, particularly in large cities.
The role of robots in healthcare is becoming increasingly prominent. Surgical assistance systems, rehabilitation robots, and assistive robots for elderly care hold the potential to enhance the accessibility and continuity of health services. In the coming period, these technologies are expected to move beyond being confined to specialized hospitals and become integrated into more widespread healthcare infrastructure. This development will assume a complementary role, reducing the burden on healthcare workers rather than replacing human labor entirely.
Home life will also be significantly affected by robotic technologies. Robots integrated with smart home systems will be more actively employed in areas such as cleaning, basic maintenance tasks, and even home security. The widespread adoption of such robots is viewed particularly as a tool to support independent living among the elderly population. At the same time, it is inevitable that home robots will bring new debates regarding privacy and data security.
The integration of robots into social life is not merely a technical transformation. It is expected to lead to the transformation of certain professions, the automation of specific tasks, and the emergence of new occupational fields. This process necessitates positioning robots not as replacements but as collaborative technologies. It is also crucial that educational systems be rethought to adapt to this transformation.
In conclusion, in the coming years robots will become more visible and functional in many areas of human life. This process must not be viewed either as a completely optimistic technological utopia or as an inevitable threat scenario. The decisive factor will be the purposes for which robots are developed and used, and within what ethical and social frameworks. The integration of robots into our lives will be shaped not only by technical considerations but also as a social choice.
