Event guide
Why this event is on the calendar
IROS is the IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems. The 2026 edition is confirmed for September 27–October 1 in Pittsburgh, with the organizer describing it as an annual robotics and AI conference spanning manipulation, drones, mobile robots, and autonomous vehicles.
The official exhibitor prospectus says IROS attracts more than 7,000 academics, researchers, students, and industry professionals, with applications across manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and agriculture. The exhibition runs September 28–30, so product teams should plan their meetings around those days rather than assuming every conference day has a trade-show floor.
Who gets value from it
Robotics researchers, graduate students, university labs, autonomy engineers, R&D leaders, and vendors reaching technical decision-makers.
How the day tends to work
A research-conference trip combines technical papers and presentations with workshops, exhibitions, and a welcome reception. It is strongest for deep technical learning and recruiting, with the expo adding a commercial layer.
Prior-edition evidence
What past editions show
Plan with primary sources
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Organizer sources
Researched from organizer-owned sources. Programs and logistics can change, so confirm registration and venue details before booking travel.
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