We are proud to announce the 5th annual
Military Robotics and Autonomous Systems USA conference on the 8-9 July 2026.
Highlights
- 100+ Attendees
- 2 Day Conference
- 25+ Speakers
- Dedicated Networking Opportunities
Don't miss out on the premier US event uniting ground robotics experts! Join us for an unparalleled opportunity to network and collaborate with dynamic international militaries, offering unique perspectives on the latest advancements in robotic capabilities.
With the US DoW investing heavily in land robotics to enhance warfighter lethality and safety, this event is essential for staying ahead of the curve.
Reasons to attend:
- Engage and network with the key figures behind these programs and meet solution providers developing and integrating cutting-edge autonomous systems.
- Learn about the future trajectory of Autonomous Systems from updates on military robotic capabilities delivered by leading US and International Senior Officers and Program Managers.
- Enhance your knowledge on a varied yet detailed range of topics including a unique emphasis on land-based autonomous system.
- Listen to comprehensive briefings delivered by US and international speakers
This is not one to miss!
It will bring together the leading US and international program managers, robotics experts and industry to discuss the rapidly expanding role of military robots within the modern battlespace.
As new opportunities and challenges emerge in this rapidly changing area, the conference will enable the military robotics community to work collaboratively to forge ahead and deliver the very best unmanned capabilities to soldiers, sailors, airmen and marines.
Key topics to be discussed:
- Human-Machine Teaming
- RAS Testing & Experimentation
- SOF RAS
- Military RAS Ethics
- International Program Updates
- Artificial Intelligence
2026 Speakers Include
- Melissa Johnson – Acquisition Executive, US SOCOM
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Colonel Ken Bernier – Project Manager, Autonomous Robotic Capabilities (ARC), CPE Mission Autonomy, US Army
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Lieutenant Colonel Jeffrey Black – Military Analyst / LNO, DoW Close Combat Lethality Task Force
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Lieutenant Colonel Eric Sturzinger – Director of Research & Engagements, Army Artificial Intelligence Integration Center (AI2C)
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Lieutenant Colonel Jochem Vlaardingerbroek – Commander, Robotics and Autonomous Systems Unit, Innovation Branch, Royal Netherlands Army
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Lieutenant Colonel Adam J. Hepworth – Australian Liaison Officer, US Army Headquarters Transformation and Training Command
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Major Matt Huff – Acquisitions Officer, Maneuver FCD, Requirements Division, Maneuver Center of Excellence, US Army
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Dr Priya Narayanan – Chief, Autonomous Systems Branch, DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory
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Dr Brandon Perelman – Program Manager – Human Autonomy Teaming, DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory
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Dr Mike Kweon – VICTOR ERP Program Manager, US Army
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Dr Derek Paley – Willis H. Young Jr. Professor of Aerospace Engineering Education, Department of Aerospace Engineering and Institute for Systems Research, University of Maryland College Park
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Dr Anton Netchaev – Senior Scientific Technical Manager (SSTM), US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Engineer Research and Development Center, US Army
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Dr Ahmet Soylemezoglu – Senior Research Scientist, US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Engineer Research and Development Center, US Army
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Bhavanjot Singh – Executive Director (A), Weapons and Software Center, DEVCOM Armaments Center
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Colonel (Ret.) Mike N Smith – President, Remount Consulting
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Nathan Fisher – Chief, Medical Robotic and Autonomous Systems (MedRAS) Division, US Army Medical & Development Command
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Udam Silva – Program Manager, AIMM, DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory
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