Citation
(2007), "Diary", Industrial Robot, Vol. 34 No. 1. https://doi.org/10.1108/ir.2007.04934aac.001
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Copyright © 2007, Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Diary
Key: C=Conference, E=Exhibition, S=Seminar, W=Workshop
2007
15th Annual Business Conference (C)
31 January-2 FebruaryFlorida, USAThe annual AIA Business Conference is the industry's most important business planning and networking event where more than 175 industry leaders come together to get updates on global issues and trends. AIA's annual Market Studay forecasts are unveiled here. This event is also a resource used by successful companies to expand their industry network, learn about emerging markets and discover new opportunities for machine vision.Keywords: Machine vision, RoboticsContact: Robotic Industries Association. Tel: +1 734 994 6088; Fax: +1 734 994 3338; E-mail: dwhalls@robotics.org; web site: www.machinevisiononline.org/public/calendar/
Grenoble Annual Forum 2007- New Technologies for Energy(C)
1-2 FebruaryGrenoble, FranceIn order to present the state of the art, the major research organizations involved in the field of new energies in Grenoble decided to organize an Annual Forum to present the recent technological developments to the stakeholders from industry, research and local authorities.Keywords: Energy, Industry, RoboticsContact: NTE Conference. E-mail: forum-nte-2007@inpg.fr; web sites: www.minatec.com/nte2007/ and www.ifr.org/events/calendar.asp
Automan Europe Conference 2007 (C)
6-8 FebruaryLeipzig, GermanyGlobal automotive manufacturing and engineering congress for senior executives in Europe.Keywords: Automotive engineering, Industrial controllers, Machines-tools – tools, Energy production, Metal working industries, Electronic design and components, Robotics, Assembly and handling technologyContact: Ultima Media. Tel: +44 208 987 0902; Fax: +44 208 987 0948;E-mail: Alex.campos@ultimamedia.org; web sites: www.amsconferences.com/europe/ and www.eventseye.com
BioMED 2007: The Fifth IASTED International Conference on Biomedical Engineering (C)
14-16 FebruaryInnsbruck, AustriaMedicine began with intuition, imagination, observation, and experience, gradually evolving into a science over the centuries. In recent years, with the aid of engineering and information technology, biomedical engineering has emerged as a high-tech field generating innovation in such areas as medical imaging, bioinformatics, MEMS and nanotechnology, new biomaterials and sensors, medical robotics, and neurobiology. BioMED 2007 is intended to be an international forum for researchers and practitioners interested in biomedical engineering to exchange the latest research, results, and ideas in these areas.Keywords: Medical imaging, Image processing, Signal processing, RoboticsContact: The International Association of Science and Technology for Development (IASTED). Tel: +1 403 288 1195; Fax: +1 403 247 6851;E-mail: calgary@iasted.org; web sites: www.iasted.org/conferences/home-555.html and www.allconferences.com
SPPRA 2007: The Fourth IASTED International Conference on Signal Processing, Pattern Recognition, and Applications(C)
14-16 FebruaryInnsbruck, AustriaThis conference is an international forum for researchers and practitioners interested in the advances in, and applications of, signal processing and pattern recognition.Keywords: Signal processing, Robotics, Neural networks, Image processing, Pattern recognition, Computer vision, Manufacturing, EngineeringContact: The International Association of Science and Technology for Development (IASTED). Tel: +1 403 288 1195; Fax: +1 403 247 6851;E-mail: calgary@iasted.org; web sites: www.iasted.org/conferences/home-554.html and www.allconferences.com
SMT/PCB & NEPCON 2007 (E)
15-17 FebruarySeoul, South KoreaTo show SMT, PCB, FPD, Electronic Components Manufacturing Equipment and MaterialsKeywords: Electronics, ManufacturingContact: Reed Exhibitions Pte Ltd Tel: +82-(0)2-555-7153; Fax: +82-(0)2- 556-9474; E-mail: jhpark@kfairs.com; web sites: www.nepconkorea.com/ and www.eventseye.com/
International Conference on Emerging Mechanical Technology–Macro to Nano (C)
16-18 February
Pilani, IndiaCutting edge research and accomplishments in Mechanical Engineering.Contact: Birla Institute of Technology & Science. Tel: +91 159 624 5073 ext. 225; E-mail: emtm2n@bits-pilani.ac.in; web sites: www.bits-pilani.ac.in/emtm2n and www.allconferences.com
INTERTOOL KIEV 2007: International Trade Fair for Machine-tools, Tools, Metal- Working, Manufacturing Technologies & Welding (E)
27 February-2 MarchKiev, UkraineITU is the most comprehensive international technology forum on the Ukrainian market. In 2006, it took place on 6.496 sqm at MVC-IEC International Exhibition Center in Kiev, Ukraine.Contact: MSI Vertriebs GmbH. Tel: +43 1 402 89 54 47; Fax: +43 1 402 89 54 54; E-mail: intertool@msi-fairs.com; web sites: www.intertool.info and www.eventseye.com/
Automotive Logistics Europe Conference 2007 (C)
6-8 MarchMontreux, SwitzerlandAutomotive conference for senior logistics executives worldwide, debating the future direction of the automotive industry.Keywords: Automotive, IndustryContact: Ultima Media. Tel: +44 (0) 20 8987 0902; Fax: +44 (0) 20 8987 0948; E-mail: julie.williams@ultimamedia.org; web sites: www.automotivelogisticseurope.com/autologisticseurope/ and industrie@exposium.fr; web sites: http://en.industrie-expo.com/ExposiumCms/do/admin/visu?reqCode=accueil and www.eventseye.com/
METEX 2007: 5th China International Measurement & Testing Exhibition (E)
7-10 MarchGuangzhou, ChinaInternational Measurement & Testing ExhibitionKeywords: Industrial, Manufacturing, Sensors, RoboticsContact: China Foreign Trade Guangzhou Exhibition Corp. Tel: +49- 40-6087 6926; Fax: +49-40-6087 6927; E-mail: kontakt@merebo.de; web sites: www.merebo.com/CHIFA-PTG/English/english.html and www.eventseye.com/
CAOS UK 2007: The Second Annual Congress of The British Society of Computer Aided Orthopaedic Surgery (C)
8-11 MarchLondon, UKThe most up to date advances in orthopaedic technology, that hybridizes, computer technology with robotics, optical and electromagnetic navigation and instrument and implant design; bringing orthopaedics into the twenty- first century.Keywords: Medical imaging, Image processing, Signal processing, Robotics, Modelling, Simulation, Systems, Control, Molecular bioengineeringContact: E-mail: kamal@caosuk.org; web sites: www.caosuk.com and www.allconferences.com
VISAPP 2007: International Conference on Computer Vision Theory and Applications (C)
8-11 MarchBarcelona, SpainThe Second International Conference on Computer Vision Theory and Applications (VISAPP) aims at becoming a major point of contact between research scientists, engineers and practitioners on the area of computer vision applications systems.Keywords: Robotics, Image processing, Image analysis, Image understanding, Motion, Tracking, Stereo visionContact: INSTICC. Tel: +351 265 520 185; Fax: +351 265 520 186; E-mail: secretariat@visapp.org; web sites: www.VISAPP.org and www.allconferences.com
HRI 07: ACM/IEEE Int'l Conf. on Human-Robot Interaction (C)
9-11 MarchWashington, DC, USAThe theme of HRI 07, Robot as Team Member, highlights the importance of building core science and understanding the social and technical issues in human-robot interaction in the context of teams and groups. HRI 07 is an interdisciplinary conference with roots in psychology, cognitive science, HCI, human factors, artificial intelligence and robotics, and we invite broad participation.Keywords: Human-robot interaction, Robot-team learning, Ethnography, Remote robots, Multi-modal interaction, Assistive roboticsContact: ACM/IEEE. Tel: +1 617 452 5601; E-mail: hri2007@aic.nrl.navy.mil; web sites: http://hri2007.org/ and www.ieee-ras.org/calendar/calendartec.php
CABEX 2007: The 6th International specialized Exhibition of Cables, Wires, Fastening Hardware, and Installation Technologies (E)
13-16 MarchMoscow, RussiaInternational specialized exhibition of cables, wires, fastening hardware, and installation technologyContact: MVK Holding Company. Tel: +7 495 982 5069; E-mail: info@mvk.ru; web sites: www.cabex.ru/2007/eng/ and www.eventseye.com/
IAENG 2007: International Conference on Computer Science (C)
21-23 MarchHong Kong, Hong KongThe IMECS conferences serve as good platforms for our members and the entire engineering community to meet with each other and to exchange ideas.Keywords: Robotics, Computer systems, EngineeringContact: International Association of Engineers (IAENG). E-mail: williamyoung@iaeng.org; web sites: www.iaeng.org/IMECS2007/ICCS2007.html and www.allconferences.com
IAENG 2007: International Conference on Industrial Engineering (C)
21-23 MarchHong Kong, Hong Kong The IMECS conferences serve as good platforms for our members and the entire engineering community to meet with each other and to exchange ideas.Keywords: Engineering, RoboticsContact: International Association of Engineers (IAENG). E-mail: williamyoung@iaeng.org; web sites: www.iaeng.org/IMECS2007/ICINDE2007.html and www.allconferences.com
North American Robot Safety Conference
26-28 MarchOntario, CanadaContact: Robotic Industries Association. E-mail: dvincent@robotics.org; web site: www.roboticsonline.com/public/calendar/
FASTTEC 2007 (E)
27-30 MarchMoscow, RussiaInternational specialized exhibition of machinery, materials, component parts and technologies for the production of demountable and no demountable fasteners and fastener elementsContact: MVK Holding Company. Tel: +7 495 982 5069; E-mail: info@mvk.ru; web sites: www.fasttec.ru/2007/eng/and www.eventseye.com/
CATA2007: 22nd International Conference on Computers and Their Applications (C)
28-30 MarchHonolulu, HawaiiKeywords: Robotics, ComputersContact: International Society for Computers and Their Applications (ISCA). Tel: +1 (919) 467-5559; Fax: +1 (919) 467-3430; E-mail: isca@ipass.net; web sites: www.isca-hq.org/ISCAconf.html and www. allconferences.com
ICRA '07 IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (C)
10-14 AprilRome, ItalyThe conference theme is UBIQUITOUS ROBOTICSKeywords: Robotics, Automation,Ubiquitous roboticsContact: IEEE. Tel: +38 516 129 796; Fax: +38 516 129 785; E-mail: icra07@fasiweb.com; web sites: www.icra07.org/ and www.ieee-ras.org/calendar/calendartec.php
AM EXPO 2007 (C) (E)
24-26 AprilGreenville, USAAdvanced Manufacturing & Productivity ExpositionKeyword Robotics and manufacturingContact: Reed Exhibitions. Tel: +1 203 840 5672; E-mail: inquiry@am-expo.com; web sites: www.devicelink.com/expo/spack2007/at_am_expo.html and www.eventseye.com
SIMU/PMDS 2007: Plant Maintenance & Design Engineering Show (E)
15-17 MayMontreal, CanadaAs the leading event of its kind in the province, PMDS-Montreal attracts industrial professionals from throughout Quebec looking for a complete range of industrial solutions.Keywords: Industrial, Manufacturing, RoboticsContact: Reed Exhibitions Pvt Ltd Tel: +1-888-322-7333; Fax: +1-888-633- 3376; E-mail: rmathieu@reedexpo.com; web sites: www.pmds.ca/facts_e.asp and www.eventseye.com/
Metaltech Malaysia 2007 (C) (E)
16-20 MayKuala Lumpur, MalaysiaRobotics and Precision Engineering and Welding Technology ExhibitionKeywords: CAD/CAM, Robotics and precision engineering, Welding technologyContact: Trade-Link Exhibition Services. Tel: +60 356 356 086; Fax: +60 356 356 199; E-mail: info@trade-link.com.my; web sites: www.tradelink.com.my/metaltech/ and www.eventseye.com
UCI2007: IEEE International Symposium on Ubiquitous Computing and Intelligence (C)
21-23 MayNiagara Falls, CanadaThe UCI-2007 symposium aims to provide a platform to bring together researchers from industry and academia in the areas of Ubiquitous Computing, Intelligent Computing and related areas to showcase their current novel research results and discuss future trends with experts in hese areas.Keywords: Robotics, Intelligent computing, EngineeringContact: E-mail: ltyang@gmail.com; web sites: http://privatewww.essex.ac.uk/hduman/uci2007 and www.allconferences.com
IAD'07: IFAC Workshop on Intelligent Assembly and Disassembly (C)
23-25 MayAlicante, SpainThis conference deals with how the rapid development observed in modern production is firmly connected with the development of new assembly and disassembly systems.Keywords: Robotics, Assembly, Virtual realityContact: Tel: +34 965 90 9491; Fax: +34 965 90 9750; E-mail: iad07@dfists.ua.es; web sites: www.aurova.ua.es:8080/iadims07/ and www.allconferences.com
IMS'07: IFAC Workshop on Intelligent Manufacturing Systems (W)
23-25 MayAlicante, SpainThis meeting will bring together representations from industry, research institutions and universities to give an overview of the state-of-art, to present new research results and to exchange ideas and experiences in the field of intelligent manufacturing systems (IMS).Keywords: Robotics, Knowledge-based systems, Learning, Reasoning, Fuzzy logic, Neural networks, Intelligent manufacturing systemsContact: E-mail: ims07@dfists.ua.es; web sites: www.aurova.ua.es:8080/iadims07/ and www.allconferences.com
CA 2007: The Ninth IASTED International Conference on Control and Applications (C)
30 May-1 JuneMontreal, CanadaThe IASTED International Conference on Control and Applications (CA 2007) will be a major forum for international researchers and practitioners interested in all areas of control and applications.Keywords: Fuzzy control, Robotics, Modelling and simulation, Mechatronics, Systems applicationsContact: The International Association of Science and Technology for Development (IASTED). Tel: +1 403 288 1195; Fax: +1 403 247 6851;E-mail: calgary@iasted.org; web sites: www.iasted.org/conferences/cfp-568.html and www.allconferences.com
Telehealth 2007: The Third IASTED International Conference on Telehealth (C)
30 May-1 JuneMontreal, CanadaTelehealth promises to impact the ways that clinical healthcare, health-related education, public health, and health administration are approached. Telehealth 2007 is intended to be an international forum for researchers and practitioners interested in the advances in and applications of Telehealth to exchange the latest research, results, and ideas in these areas.Keywords: Robotics, Image processing, Computed tomography, Surgery simulationsContact: The International Association of Science and Technology for Development (IASTED). Tel: +1 403 288 1195; Fax: +1 403 247 6851;E-mail: calgary@iasted.org; web sites: www.iasted.org/conferences/cfp-564.html and www.allconferences.com
RoMoCo'07 – Sixth International Workshop on Robot Motion and Control (W)
11-13 JuneBukowy Dworek, PolandTheoretical and application aspects of robot controlKeywords: Robot control, Neural networks, Manufacturing, Civil engineeringContact: Poznan University of Technology. Tel: +48 616 652 199; Fax: +48 616 652 849; E-mail: krzysztof.kozlowski@put.poznan.pl; web sites: http://romoco.put.poznan.pl/ and www.eventseye.com
ISR 2007: International Symposium on Robotics (C) (E)
12-14 JuneIllinois, USAISR 2007 together with International Robots & Vision Show 2007Contact: Robotic Industries Association. Tel: +1 734 994 6088; Fax: +1 734 994 3338; E-mail: smotwani@robotics.org; web site: www.roboticsonline.com/public/calendar/
Med07: 15th Mediterranean Conf. on Control and Automation (C)
27-30 JuneAthens, GreeceA broad range of topics is proposed, following current trends of combining control/systems theory with software and communication technologies, as well as new developments in robotics and mechatronics, with the goal of strengthening cooperation of control and automation scientists with industry.Keywords: Robotics, Mechatronics, Control and automationContact: Mediterranean Control Association/IEEE Control Systems Society/IEEE Robotics and Automation Society. Tel: +30 28210 37-040; Fax: +30 28210 37-082; E-mail: zdenko.kovacic@fer.hr; web sites: http://med07.rasip.fer.hr and www.ieee-ras.org/calendar/calendartec.php
CARS 2007: Computer Assisted Radiology and Surgery 21st International Congress and Exhibition (E)
27-30 JuneBerlin, GermanyContact: Technical University Berlin. Tel: +49 -7742- 922 434; Fax: +49 - 7742- 922 438; E-mail: fschweikert@ cars-int.de; web sites: www.cars-int.org and www.ifr.org/events/calendar.asp
ECC'07: European Control Conference (C)
2-5 JulyKos, GreeceECC'07 continues the tradition of the control conferences of the European Union Control/Association (EUCA) which aim at stimulating contacts among academic, and industrial professionals in the area of systems and control, and promoting scientific exchanges within the European Community and between Europe and other parts of the World.Keywords: Industry, Systems and control, RoboticsContact: Tel: +30 2610-992025; Fax: +20 3610-991945; E-mail: info@meetingplanner.gr; web sites: http://ecc07.ntua.gr and and www.ifr.org/events/calendar.asp
AIPR-07: 2007 International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Pattern Recognition (C)
9-12 JulyFlorida, USAAIPR is an important event in the areas of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as well as Pattern Recognition (PR) and focuses on all areas of AI, PR-related topics.Keywords: Robotics, Artificial intelligence, Pattern recognitionContact: E-mail: jeedward@gmail.com; web sites: www.promoteresearch.org/2007/aipr/index.html and www.ifr.org/events/calendar.asp
IEEE/ASME International Conference on Advanced Intelligent Mechantronics (C)
10-13 JulyNeuchatel, SwitzerlandAdvanced intelligent MechatronicsKeyword Advanced intelligent mechatronicsContact: IEEE. Web sites: http://aim2007.epfl.ch/ and www.ieee-ras.org/calendar/calendartec.php
Industrial Automation 2007 (E)
18-21 JulyKuala Lumpur, MalaysiaKeywords: Industrial robotics, EngineeringContact: E-mail: enquiry@mesallworld.com; web sites: www.iamalaysia.com/ and www.eventseye.com/
ISAM: IEEE International Symposium on Assembly and Manufacturing (Formerly ISATP) (C) (E)
22-25 JulyMichigan, USAThe symposium aims at providing a forum for researchers and practitioners working on the diverse issues of assembly and manufacturing in various product sizes (nano to macro), production scales (workcell to global supply chain), and product life stages (product design to product retirement).Keywords: Macro, micro, and nano, CAD/CAM integration, Manufacturing processes and systems, Fixturing, grasping, and manipulation, Virtual assembly and prototypingContact: IEEE. Fax: +1 734 647 3170; E-mail: isam2007@umich.edu; web sites: http://me.engin.umich.edu/isam2007/ and www.ieee-ras.org/calendar/calendartec.php
C-ELROB 2007: Civilian European Land – Robot Trial (C)
13-16 AugustTicino, SwitzerlandThe ELROB is conducted in order to provide an overview of the European state-of-the-art in the field of unmanned vehicles with focus on short- term realizable robot systems.Keywords: Robotics, Civil protection, Disaster control, AutonomousContact: CIM Institute for Applied Computer Science and Industrial Technology, Research Establishment for Applied Science, European Robotics. Tel: +49 228 9435 481; Fax: +49 228 9435 508; E-mail: elrob@fgan.de; web sites: www.c-elrob.eu/ and www.c-elrob.eu/
Automan Global Conference 2007 (C)
SeptemberUSAGlobal automotive manufacturing and engineering congressKeywords: Automotive engineering, Industrial controllers, Machines-tools – tools, Energy production, Metal working industries, Electronic design and components, Robotics, Assembly and handling technologyContact: Ultima Media. Tel: +44 208 987 0902; Fax: +44 208 987 0948;E-mail: Alex.campos@ultimamedia.org; web sites: www.amsconferences.com/europe/ and www.eventseye.com
AIM 2007: 2007 IEEE/ASME International Conference on Advanced Intelligent Mechatronics (C)
4-7 SeptemberNeuchatel, SwitzerlandAdvanced Intelligent mechatronics.Contact: web sites: http://aim2007.epfl.ch and www.ifr.org/events/calendar.asp
AMS Global Conference 2007 (C)
13-14 SeptemberDearbourn, USAGlobal automotive manufacturing and engineering congress for senior executives, debating the future direction of the automotive industry.Keywords: Industrial, Manufacturing, RoboticsContact: Ultima Media. Tel: +44 (0)1462 490609; Fax: +44 (0)1462 892904; E-mail: registrations@ultimamedia.org; web sites: www.amsconferences.com/global/ and www.eventseye.com/
International Robots & Vision Show and Conference (C)
2-4 OctoberIllinois, USAThis event is co-located with the Assembly Technology Expo.Contact: Robotic Industries Association. Tel: +1 734 994 6088; Fax: +1 734 994 3338; E-mail: jburnstein@robotics.org; web site: www.roboticsonline.com/public/calendar/
ESOPE CHAUDRONNERIE 2007 (E)
9-11 OctoberParis, FranceInternational Exhibition of Boiler Making, Sheet-Iron Works, Pipes, Techniques of Assembly and WeldingKeywords: Assembly, WeldingContact: Idexpo. Tel: +33 (0)1.41 98.40.33; Fax: +33 (0)1.41.98.40.70; E-mail: info-chaudronnerie@etai.fr; web sites: www.chaudronnerie-expo.com/main.cfm and www.eventseye.com/
PA 2007: Automation from Sensor to Web (E)
9-11 OctoberLillestrom, NorwayExhibition of SensorsKeywords: Industrial, Manufacturing, Sensors, RoboticsContact: Norges Varemesse. Tel: +47 66 93 91 00; Fax: +47 66 93 91 01;E-mail: post@pa-messen.no; web sites: www.pa-messen.no/ and www.eventseye.com/
BVAI 2007: 2nd International Symposium on Brain, Vision and Artificial Intelligence (S)
10-12 OctoberNaples, ItalyKeywords: Pattern recognition, Computer vision, Artificial intelligence, Robotics, Human computer interactionContact: Fax: +39 081 867 5158;E-mail: bvai2007@bvai.cib.na.cnr.it; web sites: http://bvai.cib.na.cnr.it/BVAI2007 and www.allconferences.com
2nd international Exhibition “FETEC-Factory Equipment” (E)
12-15 OctoberAthens, GreeceThe Exhibition “FETEC-Factory Equipment” hosts constructors, representatives and importers that can propose suggestions and solutions for a modern, antagonistic industryKeywords: Automation systems, Metal treatment, Industrial equipmentContact: Technoekdotiki SA. Tel: +30 210 6800470; Fax: +30 210 6800476; E-mail: info@fetec.gr; web sites: www.fetec.gr/Index_en.htm and www.eventseye.com/
IROS: IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems (C)
29 October-2 NovemberCalifornia, USAThe conference will highlight and discuss techologies concerning robots, sensor networks and micro/nano roboticsKeywords: Evolutionary robotics, Biorobotics, Rehabilitation robotics, Distributed sensor networks, Humanoid robotics, Micro/nano robotics, Robot surgery, Autonomous vehicles, Underwater robots, Search and rescue robots, Entertainment robotsContact: Tel: +1 919 515 7016; Fax: +1 919 515 7452; E-mail: egrant@ncsu.edu; web sites: www.crim.ncsu.edu/iros2007 and www.ifr.org/events/calendar.asp
3rd Indian International Conference on Artificial Intelligence (C)
17-19 DecemberPune, IndiaThe primary goal of the conference is to promote research and development activities in AI and related fields in India and the rest of the world. Another goal is to promote scientific information interchange between AI researchers, developers, engineers, students, and practitioners working in India and abroad. The conference will be held every two years to make it an ideal platform for people to share viewsand experiences in AI and related areas.Keywords: Adaptive systems, AI and creativity, Cognitive modeling, Computer vision, Fuzzy logic, Image processing, Intelligent networks and sensors, Knowledge-based systems, Machine learning, Multisource and multisensor data fusion, Pattern recognition, Remote sensing, Speech processing, Soft computing, AI applicationsContact: Saint Mary's University. Tel: +1 850 412 7350; Fax: +1 850 599 3221; E-mail: bhanu.prasad@famu.edu; web sites: www.iiconference.org/ and www.ifr.org/events/calendar.asp
IICAI-07: 3rd Indian International Conference on Artificial Intelligence (C)
17-19 DecemberPune, IndiaThe scope of the conference includes all areas of AI and related technologies.Keywords: Intelligent systems, Robotics, Artificial intelligence, Fuzzy logic, Image processing, Machine learning, Neural networksContact: Tel: +1 850 412 7350; Fax: +1 850 599 3221; E-mail: bhanu.praasd@famu.edu; web sites: www.iiconference.org and www.allconferences.com
2008
ICRA2008: IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (C)
19-23 MayCalifornia, USAKeywords: Robotics, AutomationContact: USC. E-mail: sschaal@usc.edu; web sites: www.icra2008.org/ and www.ieee-ras.org/calendar/calendartec.php