IEEE Robotics and Automation Society

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

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Publications
1000
Local Chapters
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Upcoming events and deadlines

Call for Papers - Paper submission deadline: ICARSC: 2026 IEEE International Conference on Autonomous Robot Systems and Competitions (ICARSC)

Call for Papers - Paper submission deadline: ICARM: 2026 International Conference on Advanced Robotics and Mechatronics (ICARM)

2026 12th International Conference on Automation, Robotics and Applications (ICARA)

Call for Papers - Paper submission deadline: ICICR: 2026 3rd International Conference on Intelligent Computing and Robotics (ICICR)

RAS Governance

A word from the President

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.

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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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