Performing research in robotics comes down to choosing the right problems and designing robust experiments that further push the boundaries of research. This journey, especially for students and early-career researchers, demands purpose-driven efforts in the right direction. In this three-part series, “Mastering Research,” I dive into conversations with prominent researchers to … [Read more...] about Mastering Research—Part 1/3: Choose Smart, Read Smarter! [Student’s Corner]
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Women in Robotics: Insights Into the First International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems in the Middle East [Women in Engineering]
The 2024 IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems (IROS), held for the first time in the Middle East, featured two key events dedicated to Women in Engineering (WIE): the Empowering Diverse Voices in Robotics (EDVR) Forum and the 2024 IEEE Robotics and Automation Society (RAS) Women in Robotics Luncheon Panel. These events underscored the limited but … [Read more...] about Women in Robotics: Insights Into the First International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems in the Middle East [Women in Engineering]
CASE 2024: Pioneering Innovations in Automation and Systems Engineering [Conference Highlights]
We thought the 20th IEEE International Conference on Automation Science and Engineering (CASE 2024) was over, didn’t we? Think again. Months later, the real afterparty is happening in our inbox, where the e-mails keep rolling in, asking for last-minute resources, follow-ups, and, of course, inquiries about the next conference. We’re not complaining—keep them coming, … [Read more...] about CASE 2024: Pioneering Innovations in Automation and Systems Engineering [Conference Highlights]
ABET’s New Accreditation Criteria for Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering: A Summary [Industry Activities]
For the first time in 2024–2025, the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) has added program criteria for robotics and mechatronics engineering degree programs. This article begins with a brief overview of the accreditation landscape prior to 2024, discusses the motivation and impact of the new criteria, and presents a set of practical considerations for the … [Read more...] about ABET’s New Accreditation Criteria for Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering: A Summary [Industry Activities]
Fostering Innovation in Robotics Through Open Environments and Standards [Standards]
The rapid evolution of the robotics sector has reached a pivotal juncture where the choice between open and closed ecosystems can significantly influence future innovation and market dynamics. This article advocates for a concerted shift toward open standards and collaborative ecosystems in industrial robotics. https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/11157800 For the open access … [Read more...] about Fostering Innovation in Robotics Through Open Environments and Standards [Standards]
