Robotics roadmaps from around the world spotlight of the month: United States of America

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IEEE Robotics and Automation Society (RAS) strives to advance innovation, education, and fundamental and applied research in robotics and automation

IEEE Robotics and Automation Society (RAS) strives to advance innovation, education, and fundamental and applied research in robotics and automation

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Experts discuss peer-review challenges and possibilities for reshaping the process.

When expressive humanoid robots are awkward, people become wary – new brain study

The Conversation 31 Aug 2026

People become more suspicious of a humanoid robot that makes errors, especially when the robot is an expressive conversation partner.

First 11 vs 11 humanoid soccer game played at RoboCup 2026

Lucy Smith 28 Aug 2026 7. Consumer Technology Association. “Tech Sector Supports 18 Million US Jobs, Represents 12% of GDP, Says CTA.” CTA Press Releases, 2026. 8. Brookings Institution. Hardware and Software: A New Perspective on the Past and Future of Economic Growth. Brookings, 2024. 9. United States Department of Defense. Comptroller Budget Materials: Fiscal Year 2026. 2025. 10. Marrow, Michael. “DoD Plans Largest-Ever Investment in Drones, Anti-Drone Weapons.” DefenseScoop, 21 Apr. 2026. 11. Smith, Matt. “Humanoid Robots and Military AI Take the Field in Ukraine War.” CNBC, 30 May 2026. 12. Reuters Defense Bureau. “Iran Could Disrupt Strait of Hormuz with Drones Within Months.” Reuters, 4 Mar. 2026.