IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Biomimetics 2026 (ROBIO 2026)
ROBIO 2026 is an IEEE conference on robotics, biomimetics, and their convergence with AI, biological sciences, and human-centered technologies. The theme is Bioinspired Intelligence for a Sustainable Robotic Future, with coverage spanning aerial and underwater robots, autonomous navigation and manipulation, embodied intelligence, robotic vision, intelligent manufacturing, service robots, smart sensors, soft robots, micro/nano robotic systems, and swarm robotics.
Event at a glance
Dates: December 16, 2026 – December 20, 2026
Duration: 5 Days
Location: Tengchong, Yunnan, China
Event status: UPCOMING
Main themes
Drones and aerial systems
Industrial automation
Sensing and perception
Intelligent robotics and research
Why this event matters
ROBIO is highly relevant for teams following biologically inspired mechanisms, soft robotics, micro/nano robotics, sensing, service robots, and sustainable robotics applications. It also provides visibility into Chinese and Asian robotics research networks.
Speakers and community
Shandong University organizers - listed organizer coordinating the Tengchong edition. | Bioinspired robotics presenters - researchers on soft robots, biomimetic systems and embodied intelligence. | Intelligent manufacturing speakers - authors presenting robotics in manufacturing, navigation, manipulation and service robots.
Venue and setting
Tengchong Empark Grand Hotel, Tengchong, China
Previous editions
ROBIO 2025 was held before the Tengchong 2026 edition and covered similar robotics and biomimetics themes.
