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Based on type, the market is segmented into remote manipulators, crawlers, aerial drones, underwater robots (ROVs), and humanoid robots.
Based on end-use industry, the market is divided into nuclear waste handling, nuclear decommissioning, radiation cleanup, nuclear power plants, research & exploration, and others. The nuclear decommissioning segment held a dominant market share in 2022 and is anticipated to register a CAGR of 15.5% through 2032.
North America dominated the global nuclear robots market with a share of over 35% in 2022. The region hosts a substantial number of aging nuclear power plants, resulting in a growing demand for robot-assisted inspection, maintenance, and decommissioning. Stringent safety regulations and a strong focus on environmental protection drive the need for advanced robotic solutions in nuclear operations. North America is at the forefront of technological innovation, with significant investments in research & development, making it a hub for cutting-edge nuclear robot technologies and their deployment in the industry.