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SUMMARY:Young Professionals Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a session on reproducibility in robotics\, featuring two leading researchers tackling one of the field’s most pressing challenges: ensuring that systems work reliably beyond a single setup.  Prof. Enric Cervera Mateu will follow with “It Works on My Machine—And Yours: Engineering Reproducibility in Robotics\,” focusing on practical strategies\, tools\, and best practices to ensure that robotic systems can be reliably reproduced by others. Dr. Tobias Fischer will present “Beyond Containers: Cross-Platform Reproducibility for Robotics in the ML Era\,” exploring how modern machine learning systems in robotics can be made robust and reproducible across different platforms and environments. \nThis session will provide valuable insights into building more open\, reliable\, and transferable robotics systems!  \nThere is NO CHARGE for this event\, but space is limited. Register in advance!
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/young-professionals-lunch/
LOCATION:VIECON – Restaurant Melange\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule,RAS Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260602T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260602T145000
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T101611Z
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SUMMARY:Plenary Session
DESCRIPTION:For information on the plenary sessions taking place at ICRA 2026\, including the speakers\, topics\, and abstracts\, please visit this page: https://2025.ieee-icra.org/program/plenary-sessions/
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/plenary-session-3/
LOCATION:VIECON – Hall A1\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260602T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260602T163000
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20260514T060621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T172612Z
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SUMMARY:Panel 2 - Advancing Sustainability in Robotics: From Green Design to Real-World Impact
DESCRIPTION:Moderators:\n Bram Vanderborght\, Vrije Universiteit Brussel and imec\nAude Billard\, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL) \n  \nParticipants:\nSession 1 – Green Design (Moderator: Bram Vanderborght) \nBram Vanderborght\, Vrije Universiteit Brussel and imec\nLudovic Righetti\, New York University\nBalakrishnan Shankar\, Amrita University’s\nSharath Chandra Akkaladevi\, Profactor GmbH \n  \nSession 2 – Real-World Impact (Moderator: Aude Billard) \nBarbara Mazzolai\, Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia\nCecilia Laschi\, National University of Singapore\nMirko Kovac\, EPFL and Empa\nStefana Parascho\, EPFL\n\nDescription:  \nThe growing environmental impact of technological development\, together with increasing resource scarcity and energy demands\, makes sustainable design in robotics both necessary and urgent. As robots become more widespread across industries\, natural environments\, and everyday life\, their lifecycle—from material extraction to manufacturing\, operation\, and disposal—raises critical concerns. Tackling these issues is essential to ensure that the advancements of robotics aligns with global sustainability goals. To this end\, two complementary perspectives must be integrated: sustainable design\, which reduces environmental impact through recyclable or biodegradable materials\, energy-efficient systems\, and greener production processes; and robotic solutions for sustainability challenges\, where robots contribute to environmental\, social\, and economic domains such as ecosystem monitoring\, disaster response\, and precision agriculture. This dual approach underscores the role of robotics not only as a technological field but also as a key enabler of sustainable development. \nThis panel offers a platform to explore current trends for sustainability in robotics\, bringing together academic research and applications. It will highlight ongoing initiatives and strategies aimed at advancing more sustainable practices\, including circular design principles\, energy optimization\, responsible resource use and transparent lifecycle assessment methods. The discussion will also look ahead to future perspectives\, identifying emerging trends\, open challenges\, and opportunities for innovation toward measurable and comparable sustainability performance in robotics.
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/panel-2-advancing-sustainability-in-robotics-from-green-design-to-real-world-impact/
LOCATION:VIECON – Hall A1\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule,Panels,RAS Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260602T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260602T163000
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20260515T060434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T060607Z
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SUMMARY:Keynote Tutorial 2 - The Open Motion Planning Library (OMPL 2.0)
DESCRIPTION:For information on the plenary sessions taking place at ICRA 2026\, including the speakers\, topics\, and abstracts\, please visit this page: https://2026.ieee-icra.org/attend/keynote-tutorials/
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/keynote-tutorial-2/
LOCATION:VIECON – Strauss 1-2\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260602T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260602T164500
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20260509T160633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T161418Z
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SUMMARY:Afternoon Coffee Break
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy coffee\, tea and pastries during the coffee breaks.\nHowever\, coffee and tea are available permanently on all days between 10:00-17:00 (TUE-THU). \nPlease note that no extra drinking water will be offered. The Viennese tab water comes directly from the mountains and is absolutely safe to drink.\nPlease use one the ICRA Water Bottles (sponsored by NOKOV Motion Captures) or bring your own bottle!\nYou can refill them either at the NOKOV Water Fountain in Hall A or in one of the bathrooms. \nPlease help us to reduce plastic waste by using your own water bottle throughout the congress. Thank you.
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/afternoon-coffee-break-4/2026-06-02/
LOCATION:VIECON – Vienna Congress & Convention Center\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260602T181500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260602T191500
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20260506T174533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T174533Z
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SUMMARY:RAS Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Robotics and Automation Society (RAS) members\, and those interested in learning more about RAS! The RAS leaders want to connect with you at the upcoming RAS Town Hall. They will be present to discuss current initiatives and future programs\, and to hear your voice on the priorities of RAS and our community.  \nAll in-person attendees of the Town Hall will be provided with a small RAS gift.
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/ras-town-hall/
LOCATION:VIECON – Hall A3\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule,RAS Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260602T191500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260602T203000
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20260506T175055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T084350Z
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SUMMARY:SAC and Young Reviewers Program (YRP) Social Hour
DESCRIPTION:The Student Activities Committee (SAC) and Young Reviewers Program (YRP) have joined forces to create a memorable event to connect the community and to address some of the common questions that students have about the peer-review process.\nThese questions include: \n\nWhat are the guidelines and the template for writing a perfect review?\nHow can AI tools be used responsibly in the peer-review process?\nHow do conference or journal review policies work\, including double-anonymous reviewing?\n\nIf you are interested in learning more about these topics\, then the SAC and YRP Social Hour is the perfect event for you! \nThe Young Reviewers Program (YRP) is designed to help RAS members learn about the best practices in peer review. This event is designed as an informal opportunity to learn more about RAS’s review process\, discuss current challenges in peer review\, and share practical guidelines for writing effective reviews\, including emerging topics such as the role of AI in reviewing workflows. \nAdditional time will be available for students to get to know each other and network\, making it easier to engage in thoughtful conversations on the future of robotics and automation during the remainder of the conference. \nThere is NO CHARGE for this event\, but space is limited. Register in advance!
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/sac-and-young-reviewers-program-yrp-social-hour/
LOCATION:VIECON – Restaurant D\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule,RAS Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T180000
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20260507T114204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T155231Z
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SUMMARY:Registration Open
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/registration-hours-3/
LOCATION:VIECON – Foyer A\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T103000
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20260514T060904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T060904Z
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SUMMARY:Panel 3 - Building Sustainable and Trustworthy AI for Automation
DESCRIPTION:Moderator: \nMaria Pia Fanti\, Polytechnic University of Bari\, Italy\nBengt Lennartson\, Chalmers University\, Sweden \n  \nParticipants/Speakers: \nAude Billard\, EPFL STI IMT LASA\, Swisse\nTitle: Should we start listing domains where not to deploy automation? \nKen Goldberg\, University of California Berkeley\, USA\nTitle: Building Sustainable and Trustworthy AI for Sorting 100 Million E-Commerce Packages. \nAndra Keay\, Silicon Valley Robotics\, USA\nTitle: Five levels of sustainability for robotics: a conceptual framework \nBirgit Vogel-Heuser\, Technical University of Munich\, Germany\nTitle: Using Design and operation knowledge to increase trustworthiness of AI in Automation \n  \nDescription: \nAs AI-driven automation rapidly transforms industries\, questions of sustainability and trust have moved to the forefront. How can we ensure that automated systems are not only efficient and innovative\, but also environmentally responsible\, transparent\, fair\, and accountable? \nThis panel brings together experts from industry\, research\, and policy to explore how Sustainable and Trustworthy AI can be designed\, deployed\, and governed in real-world automation contexts. Panelists will discuss practical strategies to reduce the environmental footprint of AI systems\, address bias and reliability in automated decision-making\, and build user and public trust through transparency and oversight. \nThrough real-world examples and cross-sector perspectives\, the session will highlight current challenges\, emerging standards\, and actionable best practices. Attendees will gain insights into how organizations can balance performance\, responsibility\, and long-term impact as they scale AI-powered automation. \nThis panel is designed for a diverse audience interested in the development and use of AI in automation\, including practitioners and decision-makers working in AI\, automation\, manufacturing\, robotics\, IT\, and related sectors who want to implement AI systems that are efficient\, responsible\, and aligned with sustainability goals; faculty and lecturers in AI exploring the theoretical and societal implications of AI-driven automation; and researchers and PhD students investigating trustworthy AI\, green AI\, human-centered automation\, and governance frameworks who are looking to exchange ideas and learn about real-world challenges.
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/panel-3/
LOCATION:VIECON – Hall A1\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule,Panels
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T103000
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20260515T075035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T075140Z
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SUMMARY:Industry Keynote Session 1
DESCRIPTION:9:00   EIT Manufacturing\, Dominik Kerschat: Automating Documentation Artifacts in Safety Critical Processes\n9:10   Beckhoff Automation Gmbh\, Thomas Morscher-Unger: ATRO – The future of robotics is modular\n9:20   Franka Robotics\, Sven Parusel: Translating Innovation: Closing the Gap in Physical AI Deployment\n9:30   Amazon\, Aaron Parness: Amazon’s Robotic Manipulation\n9:40   Infineon Technologies AG\, Maurizio Incurvati: The road towards a new era of actuators for humanoids\n9:50   Robosense\, Xiansheng Yang: TBA\n9:55   PaXini Tech\, Li Jiale: Build a Bridge Between AI Intelligence and the Physical World\n10:00 Galbot\, He Wang: Towards the AlphaGo and ChatGPT Moments of Embodied AI\n10:10 Encord\, Alejandra Gutierrez: What Data Makes Robots Work?\n10:20 Flexiv Robotics\, Zhong Shuyun: Bridging the Last Millimeter in Contact‑Rich Manipulation
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/industry-keynote-session-1/
LOCATION:VIECON – Strauss 1-2\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule,Industry Keynote Session
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20260506T171333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T084845Z
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SUMMARY:Tech Talk Stage
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Tech Talk Stage in the Hall C7 – next to the Exhibition Hall to bridge the gap between industry and academia with our rapid-fire Tech Talks. In just 12 minutes\, companies dive into today’s technical challenges and the solutions they’ve built. These sessions serve as the perfect industry complement to academic posters and presentations. \nWhether you are seeking your next career move or are curious about the technology shaping our world\, come see the state of the art in action. Afterward\, you can find every speaker at their respective booths on the exhibition floor in Hall B\, making them easily accessible for further discussion and networking.
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/tech-talk-stage-2/
LOCATION:VIECON – Hall C7\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule,RAS Events
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20260506T171856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T084632Z
UID:10000219-1780477200-1780506000@2026.ieee-icra.org
SUMMARY:Innovation Stage
DESCRIPTION:The Industrial Activities Board (IAB) is introducing the Innovation Stage as a dedicated space for budding robotics entrepreneurs and those interested in ecosystem building and partnerships. They will showcase short talks from the Startup exhibitors\, as well as seasoned experts. \nIf you are facing start up challenges\, such as preparing to manufacture for the first time or finding the right robotics companies to partner with. Then this is a place to be. \nJoin us in Hall C6 (next to the Exhibition Hall) to gain actionable advice on avoiding common pitfalls and find inspiration in the lived experiences of those who have successfully navigated the struggles of entrepreneurship.
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/innovation-stage/
LOCATION:VIECON – Hall C6\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule,RAS Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T180000
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20260509T153224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T153224Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibition Hall Open
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/exhibition-hall-open-2/
LOCATION:VIECON – Hall B\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T180000
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20260509T154258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T154258Z
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SUMMARY:Competition Area Open
DESCRIPTION:You can find all related information\, descriptions\, competition websites and schedules here: https://2026.ieee-icra.org/program/competitions/
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/competition-area-open-2/
LOCATION:VIECON – Hall B\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T110000
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20241218T141707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T161543Z
UID:10000254-1780482600-1780484400@2026.ieee-icra.org
SUMMARY:Morning Coffee Break
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy coffee\, tea and pastries during the coffee breaks.\nHowever\, coffee and tea are available permanently on all days between 10:00-16:00 (MON\, FRI) and 10:00-17:00 (TUE-THU). \nPlease note that no extra drinking water will be offered. The Viennese tab water comes directly from the mountains and is absolutely safe to drink.\nPlease use one the ICRA Water Bottles (sponsored by NOKOV Motion Captures) or bring your own bottle!\nYou can refill them either at the NOKOV Water Fountain in Hall A or in one of the bathrooms. \nPlease help us to reduce plastic waste by using your own water bottle throughout the congress. Thank you.
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/morning-coffee-break-3/2026-06-03/
LOCATION:VIECON – Vienna Congress & Convention Center\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T140000
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20260506T175307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T175307Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch with Leaders
DESCRIPTION:As a student or young professional attendee\, you will meet and interact with distinguished RAS leaders from academia and industry. The event will feature informal roundtable discussions over lunch\, which allows participants to receive career advice\, gain insight into the future\, or simply engage in general conversation to get to know pioneers in the field. \nDon’t miss out on this chance to elevate your networking experience and make meaningful connections with figures in the world of robotics and automation. \nThere is no charge for this luncheon; however\, space is limited. Register in advance! \nLink to Student Registration \n  \nFollow the SAC on social media! \nInstagram: @ieee_ras_sac \nBluesky: IEEE RAS SAC at ieee-ras-sac.bsky.social \nLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ieee-ras-sac
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/lunch-with-leaders-2/
LOCATION:VIECON – Restaurant D\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule,RAS Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T140000
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20260506T171918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T175735Z
UID:10000220-1780491600-1780495200@2026.ieee-icra.org
SUMMARY:Science Communication Crash Course
DESCRIPTION:Presenters:  \nSabine Hauert (University of Bristol and Robohub)\nElla Scallan (Robohub)\nEvan Ackerman (IEEE Spectrum)\nKohava Mendelsohn (IEEE Spectrum) \nInterested in sharing your robotics research with a broader audience? \nEffective science communication is crucial. It bridges the gap between complex robotics concepts and diverse groups\, including policymakers\, business leaders\, and the general public. As a researcher\, honing this skill can not only improve your communication but also broaden your network and amplify the impact of your work. \nIn this concise tutorial\, top science communicators in robotics and AI will guide you on how to present your research clearly and succinctly to non-specialists. You’ll discover how to steer clear of hype\, select appropriate images and videos to showcase your work\, and get started with social media. We’ll conclude with tips from mainstream media on how to reach a wider audience with your story.
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/innovation-stage-2/
LOCATION:VIECON – Hall C5\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule,RAS Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T145000
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20260509T101553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T101553Z
UID:10000243-1780495200-1780498200@2026.ieee-icra.org
SUMMARY:Plenary Session
DESCRIPTION:For information on the plenary sessions taking place at ICRA 2026\, including the speakers\, topics\, and abstracts\, please visit this page: https://2025.ieee-icra.org/program/plenary-sessions/
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/plenary-session-2/
LOCATION:VIECON – Hall A1\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T163000
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20260514T061134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T121700Z
UID:10000271-1780498800-1780504200@2026.ieee-icra.org
SUMMARY:Panel 4 - Publish or Perish: Surviving the Paper Deluge - Is AI the solution? If not\, what is the Solution?
DESCRIPTION:Moderator\nAude Billard\, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL) \n\nPanelists/Speakers \nRenaud Detry\, KU Leuven\nGreg Dudek\, McGill University\nNadia Figueroa\, Univ. Pennsylvania\nDongheui Lee\, TUM\nShigeki Sugano\, Waseda University\nKunpeng Yao\, University of Leeds\nHong Zhang\, Southern University of Science and Technology \n  \nDescription:\nAs the robotics community faces an unprecedented acceleration in publication volume\, staying at the forefront of specific sub-fields like Learning from Demonstration (LfD) has become a monumental challenge. This panel\, presented by members of the IEEE RAS Science and Technology Watch Board (STB) Science Monitoring Committee\, explores the findings of a comprehensive one-year longitudinal study designed to navigate this “paper deluge.” \nThe session will dissect the evolving landscape of LfD\, highlighting critical shifts in methodology\, benchmarking\, and cross-domain applications that emerged over the last twelve months. Beyond the technical trends\, the STB will discuss the systemic implications of information overload on research quality and the innovative strategies—from automated synthesis to collaborative “watching”—that can help researchers maintain a clear vision amidst the flood of new data.
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/panel-4/
LOCATION:VIECON – Hall A1\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule,Panels,RAS Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T163000
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20260515T060550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T060550Z
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SUMMARY:Keynote Tutorial 3 - Building\, Running and Deploying Modern Software Tools for Robotics
DESCRIPTION:For information on the plenary sessions taking place at ICRA 2026\, including the speakers\, topics\, and abstracts\, please visit this page: https://2026.ieee-icra.org/attend/keynote-tutorials/
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/keynote-tutorial-3/
LOCATION:VIECON – Strauss 1-2\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T164500
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20260509T160633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T161418Z
UID:10000263-1780504200-1780505100@2026.ieee-icra.org
SUMMARY:Afternoon Coffee Break
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy coffee\, tea and pastries during the coffee breaks.\nHowever\, coffee and tea are available permanently on all days between 10:00-17:00 (TUE-THU). \nPlease note that no extra drinking water will be offered. The Viennese tab water comes directly from the mountains and is absolutely safe to drink.\nPlease use one the ICRA Water Bottles (sponsored by NOKOV Motion Captures) or bring your own bottle!\nYou can refill them either at the NOKOV Water Fountain in Hall A or in one of the bathrooms. \nPlease help us to reduce plastic waste by using your own water bottle throughout the congress. Thank you.
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/afternoon-coffee-break-4/2026-06-03/
LOCATION:VIECON – Vienna Congress & Convention Center\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260603T230000
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20241206T194145Z
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SUMMARY:Imperial Night
DESCRIPTION:The Imperial Night on  Wednesday\, June 3\, 19:00-23:00 (exact time to be confirmed) is THE social event of ICRA. Make sure you purchase a ticket that includes the Imperial Night! \nDelegates with the appropriate ticket will be immersed in an Imperial Night! The Hofburg Palace in Vienna (usually not accessible) and the adjacent Spanish Riding School are the venues for this event. Golden and historic rooms (formerly reserved for the Austrian emperors) invite you on a sensory tour\, accompanied by Austrian culinary highlights and artistic delights. Don’t miss the opportunity to take a selfie with the Emperor or the beautiful Empress Sisi. \nPlease note: Tickets are limited to 5\,000. Don’t miss this unique event and secure your spot during ICRA 2026 registration now!\nPre-sale tickets only\, no onsite ticket sale! Your name badge serves as ticket as the Imperial night is coded on it when entitled/paid. \nExplore the venues!\nEvery participant receives a stamp pass upon entry and can collect stamps in some of the around 30 rooms. Among all completed stamp passes 50 monetary prizes will be drawn and distributed on Thursday at the VIECON (congress center). \nDetailed information\nAll participants with a valid ticket for the Imperial Night event will receive detailed event information closer to the event in a separate email. \nDresscode:\nThe setting is imperial. You might dance waltz or polka. At balls we would wear long dresses and smoking which\, of course\, is not required at ICRA. But given this is THE dinner of the year in robotics\, maybe do not dress too leisurely (no ripped jeans\, no shorts). However\, we will welcome you as you are\, means no real dress code is given. \nChildren at the event\nUnfortunately\, children under the age of 3 years are not permitted due to the regulation of the venue. Baby strollers are also not allowed and must be left in the cloakroom. No childcare service via ICRA is offered during the times of the event. For kids being 3 years or older a full companion pass is required as we have a guest number limitation. \n    \n   
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/imperial-night/
LOCATION:Hofburg & Spanische Hofreitschule (City Center)\, exact entrance TBA\, City\, 1010\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260604T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260604T180000
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20260507T114225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T155209Z
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SUMMARY:Registration Open
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/registration-hours-4/
LOCATION:VIECON – Foyer A\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260604T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260604T180000
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20260515T110448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T110448Z
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SUMMARY:Community Building Day
DESCRIPTION:For all details\, please refer to: https://2026.ieee-icra.org/community-building-day/
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/community-building/
LOCATION:VIECON – Room Schubert 2\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260604T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260604T103000
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20260514T061705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T062649Z
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SUMMARY:Panel 5 - “Robots for All” in a Fragmented World: Competing Global Visions and Shared Futures from Europe\, Asia\, and the United States
DESCRIPTION:Moderator: \nSteve Donswell\, Director Gemini Communicating for Business Ltd \n  \nParticipants/Speakers: \nFrancesco Ferro\, President euRobotics and Founder and CEO of Pal Robotics\nOussama Khatib\, Professor of robotics at Stanford University and Director of the Stanford Robotics Center \n\nDescription: \nIn today’s rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape\, AI-powered robotics has emerged as a strategic priority for governments\, industries and societies worldwide. Robotics is no longer viewed solely as a field of scientific and technological progress; it is now a driver to economic competitiveness\, industrial sovereignty and societal transformation. \nUnder ICRA 2026’s central theme “Robots for All”\, this panel will provide a unique global perspective on how robotics is being shaped\, and is shaping\, the world across three major innovation ecosystems: Europe\, Asia\, and the United States. \nEach region has developed distinct approaches\, priorities\, and visions\, influenced by its economic structure\, political context\, cultural values\, and societal expectations. At the same time\, robotics remains a deeply international scientific field.  \nBy exploring specificities\, convergences between these ecosystems\, the panel will highlight the respective strengths\, challenges and strategic priorities and will contribute to mutual understanding and inspiring future collaborations that will help to foster dialogue across continents and shape the future of robotics in the 21st century.
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/panel-5/
LOCATION:VIECON – Hall A1\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule,Panels
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260604T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260604T103000
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20260515T075644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T092413Z
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SUMMARY:Industry Keynote Session 2
DESCRIPTION:9:00   Technology Innovation Institute\, TBA\n9:10   TARS\, Wenchao Ding: Foundations for General Physical Intelligence\n9:20   Gento Robotics\, Hanwen Kang: Gento: Touching the world Gently\n9:30   Lightwheel\, Martin Elbs (Lightwheel): Newton Physics Simulation Engine: A Lightwheel Perspective on Robotics Applications\n9:40   AGIBOT\, Jianlan Luo: From Pretraining to Learning While Deploying: Building Generalist Robot Policies in the Real World\n9:50   NEBIUS\, Timothy Le\, Mikhail Rozhkov: GPUs for Robotics: Benchmarking LeRobot Policy Training Across GPU Architectures\n10:05 Weights & Biases by CoreWeave\, Edmund Kuras: Bare Metal to Models: Accelerating embodied AI\n10:20 Wiley\, Sneha Rhode Gupta: TBA
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/industry-keynote-session-2/
LOCATION:VIECON – Strauss 1-2\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule,Industry Keynote Session
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260604T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260604T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20260506T180441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T084820Z
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SUMMARY:Tech Talk Stage
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Tech Talk Stage in the Hall C7 – next to the Exhibition Hall to bridge the gap between industry and academia with our rapid-fire Tech Talks. In just 12 minutes\, companies dive into today’s technical challenges and the solutions they’ve built. These sessions serve as the perfect industry complement to academic posters and presentations. \nWhether you are seeking your next career move or are curious about the technology shaping our world\, come see the state of the art in action. Afterward\, you can find every speaker at their respective booths on the exhibition floor in Hall B\, making them easily accessible for further discussion and networking.
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/tech-talk-stage-4/
LOCATION:VIECON – Hall C7\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule,RAS Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260604T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260604T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20260507T084446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T084446Z
UID:10000236-1780563600-1780592400@2026.ieee-icra.org
SUMMARY:Innovation Stage
DESCRIPTION:The Industrial Activities Board (IAB) is introducing the Innovation Stage as a dedicated space for budding robotics entrepreneurs and those interested in ecosystem building and partnerships. They will showcase short talks from the Startup exhibitors\, as well as seasoned experts. \nIf you are facing start up challenges\, such as preparing to manufacture for the first time or finding the right robotics companies to partner with. Then this is a place to be. \nJoin us in Hall C6 (next to the Exhibition Hall) to gain actionable advice on avoiding common pitfalls and find inspiration in the lived experiences of those who have successfully navigated the struggles of entrepreneurship.
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/innovation-stage-4/
LOCATION:VIECON – Hall C6\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule,RAS Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260604T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260604T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20260509T153243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T153902Z
UID:10000247-1780563600-1780592400@2026.ieee-icra.org
SUMMARY:Exhibition Hall Open
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/exhibition-hall-open-3/
LOCATION:VIECON – Hall B\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260604T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260604T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T182030
CREATED:20260509T154327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T154327Z
UID:10000250-1780563600-1780592400@2026.ieee-icra.org
SUMMARY:Competition Area Open
DESCRIPTION:You can find all related information\, descriptions\, competition websites and schedules here: https://2026.ieee-icra.org/program/competitions/
URL:https://2026.ieee-icra.org/event/competition-area-open-3/
LOCATION:VIECON – Hall B\, Messeplatz 1\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Daily Schedule
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