Date: 2026-12-18 to 2026-12-20
Location: Incheon, South Korea
Type: Conference
Website: icrai.org
What Is ICRAI 2026?
The 12th International Conference on Robotics and Artificial Intelligence (ICRAI 2026) is a three-day academic and industry gathering scheduled for December 18–20, 2026, in Incheon, South Korea. Sponsored by Yonsei University, this conference serves as a dedicated forum for researchers, engineers, and practitioners working at the intersection of robotics and AI. Now in its twelfth iteration, ICRAI has established itself as a reliable venue for presenting peer-reviewed research on humanoid robots, mobile robots, and other robot classes that leverage artificial intelligence concepts.
ICRAI 2026 is particularly significant because it bridges theoretical AI research with practical robotics applications. All accepted papers are published in EI Compendex and Scopus, two of the most widely recognized indexing databases in engineering and computer science. This indexing ensures that work presented at ICRAI reaches a global audience of scholars and professionals, making it a valuable outlet for researchers seeking to establish credibility in the field. The conference’s location in Incheon—a major technology and logistics hub near Seoul—also provides attendees with access to South Korea’s vibrant robotics ecosystem.
Why It Matters for AI Professionals
For AI professionals, ICRAI 2026 offers a focused lens on how machine learning, computer vision, natural language processing, and other AI subfields are being embedded into physical robotic systems. Unlike purely software-focused AI conferences, ICRAI emphasizes real-world deployment challenges: sensor fusion, real-time decision-making, human-robot interaction, and autonomous navigation. Attendees gain exposure to cutting-edge research that directly informs product development, system architecture, and algorithm design for robotics platforms.
The conference also provides a networking opportunity with peers from Yonsei University and other leading institutions across Asia and beyond. For professionals working in manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, or service robotics, ICRAI 2026 is a chance to see where the field is heading and to identify collaborators for future projects. The EI Compendex and Scopus indexing also means that professionals can cite ICRAI papers with confidence in their own technical reports and grant applications.
What to Expect
ICRAI 2026 will feature a technical program centered on three primary robot classes: humanoid robots, mobile robots, and other specialized robot types. While the full program is yet to be released, the conference traditionally includes:
- Peer-reviewed paper presentations on AI-driven robotics research
- Keynote speeches from invited experts in robotics and AI (speakers to be announced)
- Poster sessions for emerging work and works-in-progress
- Panel discussions on current challenges in robot autonomy and intelligence
- Networking breaks and social events for attendees
Key themes expected to be covered include AI-based perception and control, robot learning from demonstration, multi-robot coordination, and ethical considerations in autonomous systems. The exact track list will be published on the official website as the conference date approaches.
Who Should Attend
ICRAI 2026 is designed for a technical audience. Primary attendees include academic researchers, PhD students, and postdoctoral fellows working in robotics, AI, computer vision, and control systems. Industry professionals—such as robotics engineers, AI software developers, and technical leads from automation companies—will also find the content relevant. University faculty seeking publication venues for their students’ work, as well as R&D managers scouting for new techniques and talent, are encouraged to attend. The conference is less oriented toward business executives or non-technical stakeholders, though anyone with a strong background in AI or robotics will benefit from the proceedings.
How to Register
Registration details for ICRAI 2026, including pricing tiers for authors, students, and regular attendees, are to be announced. Interested participants should monitor the official conference website for updates. Early registration is typically offered at a reduced rate, and authors of accepted papers are required to register by a specified deadline. To stay informed, visit icrai.org and check the registration section regularly. Direct inquiries can also be made through the contact information provided on the site.
