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Robotics Template

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About the Robotics format

Robotics is a peer-reviewed journal published by MDPI, covering Robot Manipulation and Learning, Robotic Path Planning Algorithms, Soft Robotics and Applications. Over its lifetime it has published 1,385 papers, which have received 22,735 citations.

PublisherMDPI
Reference styleNumbered (MDPI)
Numbered — [1], [2] in the text
1. Smith, A.; Jones, B.; Lee, C. A Representative Article Title. Robotics 2023, 12, 45–58.

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Publishes research inRobot Manipulation and Learning Robotic Path Planning Algorithms Soft Robotics and Applications Robotic Mechanisms and Dynamics Robotics and Sensor-Based Localization
ISSN2218-6581
Citation impact (2-yr)3.59
h-index65
i10-index560
Article processing charge$1,732
Open accessYes — indexed in DOAJ
Top institutions publishing herePolitecnico di Torino
Journal websitewww.mdpi.com
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Papers published in Robotics per year

20
2014
21
2015
26
2016
42
2017
80
2018
103
2019
116
2020
133
2021
153
2022
175
2023
177
2024
199
2025

Citation impact of Robotics by publication year

703
2014
265
2015
778
2016
1.2K
2017
2.4K
2018
2.8K
2019
3.2K
2020
3.8K
2021
2.4K
2022
2.3K
2023
1.2K
2024
509
2025

Citations each year’s papers have accumulated so far — the most recent years are still building up.

Most-cited papers in Robotics

Human–Robot Collaboration in Manufacturing Applications: A Review

Eloise Matheson, Riccardo Minto, Emanuele G. G. Zampieri et al. · 6 Dec 2019

This paper provides an overview of collaborative robotics towards manufacturing applications. Over the last decade, the market has seen the introduction of a new category of robots—collaborative robots (or “cobots”)—designed to physically interact with humans in a shared environment, without the typical barriers or protective cages used in traditional robotics systems. Their potential is undisputed,…

A Review on Design of Upper Limb Exoskeletons

Muhammad Ahsan Gull, Shaoping Bai, Thomas Bak · 17 Mar 2020

Exoskeleton robotics has ushered in a new era of modern neuromuscular rehabilitation engineering and assistive technology research. The technology promises to improve the upper-limb functionalities required for performing activities of daily living. The exoskeleton technology is evolving quickly but still needs interdisciplinary research to solve technical challenges, e.g., kinematic compatibility and development of effective human–robot…

A Comprehensive Survey of Visual SLAM Algorithms

A. Barros, Maugan Michel, Yoann Moline et al. · 10 Feb 2022

Simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) techniques are widely researched, since they allow the simultaneous creation of a map and the sensors’ pose estimation in an unknown environment. Visual-based SLAM techniques play a significant role in this field, as they are based on a low-cost and small sensor system, which guarantees those advantages compared to other…

Advances in Agriculture Robotics: A State-of-the-Art Review and Challenges Ahead

Luiz Fernando Pinto de Oliveira, António Paulo Moreira, Manuel F. Silva · 24 Mar 2021

The constant advances in agricultural robotics aim to overcome the challenges imposed by population growth, accelerated urbanization, high competitiveness of high-quality products, environmental preservation and a lack of qualified labor. In this sense, this review paper surveys the main existing applications of agricultural robotic systems for the execution of land preparation before planting, sowing, planting,…

Service Robots in the Healthcare Sector

Jane Holland, Liz Kingston, C.T. McCarthy et al. · 11 Mar 2021

Traditionally, advances in robotic technology have been in the manufacturing industry due to the need for collaborative robots. However, this is not the case in the service sectors, especially in the healthcare sector. The lack of emphasis put on the healthcare sector has led to new opportunities in developing service robots that aid patients with…

Robotics template — frequently asked questions

How do I write a paper in the Robotics format?
In DocuGuru you write your manuscript in a normal editor — no LaTeX setup required — and select the Robotics template. When you export, DocuGuru compiles the paper into the official MDPI format and hands you a submission-ready PDF along with the editable LaTeX source.
What reference style does Robotics use?
Robotics uses Numbered (MDPI) references, shown as numbered [1], [2] markers in the text. DocuGuru formats every in-text citation and the reference list in this exact style automatically. A reference appears like this: 1. Smith, A.; Jones, B.; Lee, C. A Representative Article Title. Robotics 2023, 12, 45–58.
Do I need to know LaTeX to submit to Robotics?
No. DocuGuru generates the mdpi LaTeX class and compiles the PDF for you in the background, so you get a MDPI-ready Robotics document without writing any LaTeX. If you do want it, the LaTeX source is included in the export.
Can I import an existing draft into the Robotics template?
Yes. Paste or upload your current manuscript — Word, LaTeX, Markdown, or plain text — and DocuGuru reflows it into the Robotics format with correct headings, figures, tables, and numbered citations.
What is Robotics?
Robotics - MDPI Journal. It is a multidisciplinary journal, published by MDPI.
Can I export a submission-ready Robotics PDF?
Yes — DocuGuru produces a PDF built with the official Robotics template (the mdpi class) that is ready to submit to MDPI, together with the matching LaTeX source files.
How much does the Robotics template cost?
You can start writing in the Robotics template for free. Exporting the final submission-ready Robotics PDF and LaTeX source is part of DocuGuru's paid plans — see the app for current pricing.
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