IEEE Robotics and Automation Society

The leading organization in research and technological developments in robotics and automation worldwide

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Members Worldwide
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Publications
1000
Local Chapters
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Latest News

The Robotics and Automation Society (RAS) Media Services Board is searching for Science Communication ambassadors for the upcoming 2026 IEEE International Conference on Robotics & Automation (ICRA).

Upcoming events and deadlines

2026 IEEE 9th International Conference on Soft Robotics (RoboSoft)

2026 12th International Conference on Control, Automation and Robotics (ICCAR)

2026 7th International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, and Control (AIRC)

Call for Papers - Paper submission deadline: ICMA: 2026 IEEE International Conference on Mechatronics and Automation (ICMA)

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RAS Governance

RAS University

As the world’s leading organization in robotics and automation, IEEE RAS is committed to reducing global imbalances, by offering free education and ensuring equal opportunities for publishing and promoting scientific work. IEEE RAS supports the development of robotics and automation technology for peaceful civilian use and ecological sustainability.

RAS Values

Robots and Sustainability

With conference attendance up nearly 300% and over 70 global events, IEEE RAS is cutting event waste, mandating hybrid options for major conferences like ICRA and IROS, and promoting local satellite events to reduce its CO₂ footprint. But sustainability in robotics and automation begins with design choices. The RAS Sustainability Awards promote sustainable design and technology use in robotics and automation.

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