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IEEE Robotics and Automation Society @ieeeras.bsky.social · 21h

Why aren’t #humanoid robots scaling yet?
Learn why building robots is the easy part, and what’s really holding back large-scale deployment.

Read the full article: https://loom.ly/XDGJCI4

Reality Is Ruining the Humanoid Robot Hype

It takes more than building a humanoid robot to build a humanoid robot product.

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IEEE Robotics and Automation Society @ieeeras.bsky.social · 1d

We're excited to share this insightful interview captured at #ICRA 2025!

Meet Raffaello D'Andrea, Professor at ETH Zurich, Founder & CEO at Verity, and #IEEE Fellow.

Check it out here: https://loom.ly/uVzcAdw

IEEE Robotics and Automation Society @ieeeras.bsky.social · 11d

🤖 Join the global robotics community at #Humanoids2025 in Seoul, Korea from 30 Sept – 2 Oct, 2025!

Explore cutting-edge research, keynotes, workshops & a joint program with #CoRL2025. https://loom.ly/VL8jgY8

#IEEE #RAS #HumanoidRobots #RobotLearning

IEEE Robotics and Automation Society @ieeeras.bsky.social · 15d

Hot off the press! The latest issue of IEEE #Robotics and #Automation Letters (RA-L) is now live on IEEE Xplore! https://loom.ly/AqFALtY

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IEEE Robotics and Automation Society @ieeeras.bsky.social · 16d

Applications are now open for the second call for #IEEE RAS #Sustainability #Grant! Get up to US$10,000 in #funding, plus travel support to RAS conferences.
🗓️ Deadline: 30 November, 2025

Let’s build a greener future in #robotics! Learn how to apply and stay updated: https://loom.ly/UdjkTrA

IEEE Robotics and Automation Society @ieeeras.bsky.social · 22d

The latest issue of IEEE Robotics & Automation Magazine is out now!
🔗 Read it on IEEE Xplore: https://loom.ly/M1GFbOY

#IEEE #Robotics #Automation #RAS #RAMagazine #AI #TechInnovation

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IEEE Robotics and Automation Society @ieeeras.bsky.social · 29d

🚨 Call for Proposals: Access & Abilities Projects 🚨
EPICS in IEEE is offering up to $10K in funding for service learning projects that improve accessibility through technology.

Apply by 1 October, 2025!
Be sure to select RAS in your application if you are a member.

🔗 https://loom.ly/1Ikol48

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IEEE Robotics and Automation Society @ieeeras.bsky.social · Sep 10

Join the first-ever online edition of the #IEEE RAS Manufacturing Workshop, previously featured at ICRA, IROS, and ROSCon. The #workshop will be held on 24 September, 2025 from 11am – 1pm ET!

Don’t miss this opportunity to accelerate your journey to #manufacturing! https://loom.ly/1AvyBeY

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IEEE RAS SAC @ieee-ras-sac.bsky.social · Sep 3

Happy RAS Day to all chapters and members! 🦾🤖⚙️ May creativity, collaboration, and innovation unite and inspire us! 🌟

#ieeeras #ieeerassac #robotics #automation #students #RASDAY2025

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IEEE Robotics and Automation Society @ieeeras.bsky.social · Aug 26

🎥 Explore the Future of Robotics & Automation!
Subscribe to the IEEE RAS YouTube Channel for exclusive content featuring cutting-edge research, expert interviews, conference highlights, and more.

youtube.com/@IEEE-RAS

#IEEE #RAS #Robotics #Automation #Engineering #TechInnovation

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IEEE Robotics and Automation Society @ieeeras.bsky.social · Aug 18

Swing by the IEEE RAS table at #CASE2025! We’ve got exciting promo items, resources, and friendly faces ready to chat about #robotics, #automation, and how you can get involved. Come say hi and grab some swag!

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IEEE Robotics and Automation Society @ieeeras.bsky.social · Aug 17

Ready for #CASE2025?

Excited to kick off #IEEE CASE 2025! Join us in Los Angeles for cutting-edge #automation #science, #networking, and #innovation. What are you most looking forward to?

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IEEE Robotics and Automation Society @ieeeras.bsky.social · Aug 13

Meet, mingle, and recharge at the SAC Social Hour!

Snacks, drinks, and great convos with fellow robotics folks. Free to attend, just don’t forget to register! https://loom.ly/iTN5dD4

#IEEE #IEEERAS #CASE2025 #Networking #RoboticsCommunity

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IEEE Robotics and Automation Society @ieeeras.bsky.social · Aug 12

The RAS #WomenInEngineering Luncheon is happening Aug 20 at 12pm, and it’s open to everyone. Come for the conversation, stay for the inspiration.

Registration is full, but limited on-site spots may open 10 minutes after the session begins. https://loom.ly/iTN5dD4

#IEEE #CASE2025 #IEEERAS

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IEEE RAS SAC @ieee-ras-sac.bsky.social · Aug 12

#RASDAY2025 is on Sep 3 and the theme is “Innovation in Motion” 🤖 We invite you to organize events, showcase your work, and compete in exciting contests! More details will come in the upcoming weeks

Looking forward to seeing your celebrations 🎉

#ieeeras #ieeerassac #robotics #automation #students

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IEEE Robotics and Automation Society @ieeeras.bsky.social · Aug 11

Students & YPs, don’t miss Lunch with Leaders! Chat with robotics pioneers over lunch!

Registration is full, but limited on-site spots may open 10 minutes after the session begins. https://loom.ly/iTN5dD4

#LunchWithLeaders #IEEE #CASE2025 #IEEERAS #Robotics #Networking

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IEEE Robotics and Automation Society @ieeeras.bsky.social · Aug 8

Start your #CASE2025 experience with creativity and connection!
The Young Professionals Breakfast is back! Join Stephany Berrio-Perez and special guest Ken Goldberg for a lively discussion on #Creativity in #Robotics and #Automation. https://loom.ly/iTN5dD4

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IEEE Robotics and Automation Society @ieeeras.bsky.social · Aug 7

Get ready for an exciting lineup of RAS events at #CASE2025! From networking breakfasts to inspiring panels, we’re spotlighting all the ways you can connect, learn, & grow with the #robotics and #automation community. https://loom.ly/eTdE-lE

Stay tuned as we highlight each event in the coming days!

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IEEE Robotics and Automation Society @ieeeras.bsky.social · Aug 5

Check out last week's #robot video of the week!

Meet Skyfall, a bold new Mars mission concept from AeroVironment and NASA JPL that could change how we explore the Red Planet.

🎥 Watch the concept in action: https://loom.ly/8RC_oAc

Skyfall Mars Helicopters Aim for 2028 Launch

Skyfall's six scout helicopters promise high-resolution imaging and radar data from Mars, and more of the best robot videos of the week.

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IEEE Robotics and Automation Society @ieeeras.bsky.social · Jul 30

The IEEE #Robotics and #Automation Society (RAS) is excited to announce the Call for Nominations for Technical Committee (TC) Co-Chairs, as well as for the #FieldRobotics Cluster Chair.

The deadline to apply is 31 August, 2025!

Learn more: https://loom.ly/VD75L30

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IEEE Robotics and Automation Society @ieeeras.bsky.social · Jul 29

We’re proud to celebrate the 2026 #IEEE Technical Field Award winners!
🏆 Roland Siegwart – IEEE Robotics and Automation Award
🏆 Marco Pavone – IEEE Kiyo Tomiyasu Award
🏆 George Pappas – IEEE Leon K. Kirchmayer Graduate Teaching Award

Congratulations to all! 👏
Read more: https://loom.ly/KboFgB4

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IEEE Robotics and Automation Society @ieeeras.bsky.social · Jul 25

The IEEE Transactions on #Haptics (ToH) editorial team was proud to participate in the IEEE #WorldHapticsConference 2025 in Suwon, Korea! ToH continues to support and spotlight groundbreaking #research in haptics.

IEEE Robotics and Automation Society @ieeeras.bsky.social · Jul 24

Host a virtual IEEE RAS #DistinguishedLecturer (DL) in 2025! The DL Program is still open for #virtualevents in 2025! Invite world-class experts in #robotics & #automation to speak at your chapter or organization, no travel needed!

Explore the DL list and apply: https://loom.ly/YuE_iks

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IEEE Robotics and Automation Society @ieeeras.bsky.social · Jul 23

Get ready to connect, create, and be inspired at #CASE2025 with the #IEEE #Robotics and #Automation Society! We're bringing a dynamic mix of events that celebrate innovation, #leadership, and #community. All events are free, but space is limited, so come early and dive in! https://loom.ly/aE6v37k

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IEEE Robotics and Automation Society @ieeeras.bsky.social · Jul 15

Explore how top roboticists break down the core traits of a robot. Whether it’s a vacuum cleaner or a space explorer, if it can perceive, decide, and do, it might just be a robot.

Dive into the full article and challenge your own definition: robotsguide.com/learn/what-is-a-robot

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