Publications

The IEEE Robotics and Automation Society (RAS) is committed to advancing innovation, knowledge, and excellence in robotics and automation. Our publications serve as a global platform for researchers, engineers, and practitioners to share groundbreaking ideas, cutting-edge technologies, and practical applications that shape the future of intelligent systems.
On this page, you will find essential resources and guidelines related to our journals, magazines, and submission processes, both RAS Sponsored Publications, Co-sponsored Publications and Technically Co-sponsored Publications. Whether you are preparing a manuscript, submitting a video, or exploring ethical standards, these links provide everything you need to contribute to and benefit from the RAS community.
Our portfolio includes leading publications such as RA-L, RA-M, T-ASE, T-RO, T-FR and RA-P, along with tools and programs designed to support authors, reviewers, and young researchers. We also provide guidance on topics like plagiarism, generative AI usage, Double-Anonymous Review Process
 and best practices for creating impactful robot videos.
Explore the sections below to access subscription details, author resources, and review guidelines including our Young reviewers Program, and join us in driving innovation in robotics and automation worldwide.
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Formatting Guidelines

  • Column articles are generally 2-6 magazine pages, with no more than 5 figures and 10 references
  • Provide the column in both Word and PDF formats. Columns should also be formatted as follows:
    • Single column
    • Single space
    • Left justified
  • Images, Charts, Figures, and Graphics
    • Provide all as individual hi-res files as jpg, or other graphic file format
    • Mention each figure in text in numerical order
    • A figure number and caption is required for each item
    • Authors must obtain approval from the copyright user to use photographs; authors must indicate if photograph(s) belong to them
    • Provide proper credit/attribution for each image
  • All abbreviations must be spelled out in the first instance with the acronym in parentheses
  • Byline
    • Names (only of authors) to appear in order
    • Author details:
      • Name
      • City, country
      • Affiliation (university/company)
      • Email (if desired)
  • Provide a primary contact name and email to receive proof

Current RA-M Columns

 

  • Opinions
  • TC Spotlight
  • Women in Engineering
  • Industry Activities
  • Competitions
  • Education
  • Young Professionals
  • Student Corner
  • Standards
  • Conference Highlights
  • Ethics