This book is an updated reference of research activities that bring together various theoriesmethodsand technologies of robotic systems and automation for manufacturing and related fields. The book includes articles on state-of-the-art robotic systems and automation for diverse avenues in automation such as advanced manufacturingdevelopments in design methodologykinematics and dynamics analysisperformance analysis and evaluationintelligent manufacturingassemblysensorscontrol theory and practicehuman-machine interfaceand so on. This book is an excellent research reference for engineersresearchersand students that range from senior undergraduates to advanced doctoral students and professionals who are interested in robotics and automation.