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More and more research will be centred on building robots and automation systems that can make a difference in the quality of human life. The days are not far when humanoid robots will be common in many homes and offices. Topics will include, but are not limited to:

Track 1: Intelligent Control and Optimization

Adaptive Control Systems
Networked and Distributed Control
Real-Time Supervisory Control
Fuzzy and Neuro-Fuzzy Systems
Evolutionary Computation and Optimization Algorithms
Genetic Algorithms (GA)
Reinforcement Learning for Control
Robust and Nonlinear Control 	

Track 2: Robotics Systems and Autonomous Platforms

Mobile and Autonomous Robots
Biped and Humanoid Robotics
Cooperative and Networked Robotics
Multi-Agent Systems
Novel Locomotion Mechanisms
Space and Underwater Robotics
Swarm Robotics
Soft Robotics
  	 
Track 3: Perception, Sensing and Embedded Intelligence

Smart Sensors and Sensor Fusion
Vision Systems for Robotics
Embedded Systems
Navigation, Mapping and Path Planning
Environmental and Industrial Sensors
SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping)
Edge AI for Robotics 	

Track 4: Human-Robot Interaction and Bio-inspired Systems

Human-Machine Interaction
Biorobotics and Biomechatronics
AI in Biosystems
Implantable Sensors
Entertainment and Social Robotics
Assistive and Rehabilitation Robotics
Affective Computing
  	 
Track 5: Automation, Industry and Applications

Factory and Home Automation
Industrial Robotics and Monitoring
Service and Security Robotics
Rescue and Disaster Robotics
Agricultural Robotics
Intelligent Manufacturing / Industry 4.0
Autonomous Vehicles and Logistics 	

Track 6: Modeling, Simulation and Emerging Technologies

Modeling and Simulation of Robotic Systems
Virtual Systems and Digital Twins
Tele-robotics and Tele-operation
Virtual Training Systems
DNA Computing and Unconventional Computing
Cloud Robotics
Cyber-Physical Systems