A Systematic Review of Robotics and Automation in Egyptian Manufacturing: A 2016 Perspective on Industrial Development

The integration of robotics and automation is a significant aspect of global industrial advancement. For Egypt, examining the adoption of these technologies is crucial for understanding the evolution of its manufacturing sector. This systematic literature review synthesises and evaluates scholarly work on robotics and automation applications within Egypt’s manufacturing sector. It aims to map documented applications, identify key thematic trends, and assess reported impacts on industrial development from an engineering perspective. A systematic search was executed across several academic databases using predefined search terms. Literature was screened against explicit eligibility criteria. Included studies underwent a thematic analysis to synthesise prevalent patterns, applications, and discussed outcomes. The analysis identified a predominant focus on the automotive and textile industries. Robotic welding and material handling were the most documented applications. Automation was consistently framed as a means to improve product quality and standardisation. However, detailed empirical data quantifying productivity gains or financial returns was found to be limited. The literature positions robotics and automation as strategically important for Egypt’s industrial progress. Nevertheless, the available evidence is largely conceptual, with a distinct shortage of robust, quantitative studies measuring long-term operational or economic impacts in local contexts. Future research should prioritise longitudinal, empirical studies to quantify automation impacts. Policymakers and industrial leaders are encouraged to facilitate detailed case study documentation and develop localised cost-benefit analyses to guide investment and workforce development. Industrial robotics, manufacturing automation, Egyptian industry, systematic review, industrial development, process engineering This review provides a consolidated thematic analysis of the academic discourse on robotics and automation within Egyptian manufacturing, clarifying the current state of knowledge and highlighting gaps for future enquiry.