Topics of interest for submission include any topics on Robotics and Automation Sciences.

AREA 1: Intelligent Control Systems and Optimization
§ Genetic Algorithms
§ Fuzzy Control
§ Decision Support Systems
§ Machine Learning in Control Applications
§ Knowledge-based Systems Applications
§ Hybrid Learning Systems
§ Distributed Control Systems
§ Evolutionary Computation and Control
§ Optimization Algorithms
§ Soft Computing
§ Software Agents for Intelligent Control Systems
§ Neural Networks based Control Systems
§ Planning and Scheduling
§ Intelligent Fault Detection and Diagnosis
§ Engineering Applications

AREA 2: Robotics and Automation
§ Image Processing
§ Vision, Recognition and Reconstruction
§ Robot Design, Development and Control
§ Control and Supervision Systems
§ Telerobotics and Teleoperation
§ Vehicle Control Applications
§ Industrial Networks and Automation
§ Human-Robots Interfaces
§ Network Robotics
§ Autonomous Agents
§ Intelligent Transportation Technologies and Systems
§ Space and Underwater Robots
§ Modelling, Simulation and Architecture
§ Human-Machine Interfaces
§ Collective and Social Robots
§ Humanoid Robots
§ Cognitive Approach for Robotics
§ Mobile Robots and Intelligent Autonomous Systems
§ Mechatronics Systems
§ Virtual Environment, Virtual and Augmented Reality
§ Perception and Awareness
§ Surveillance, Fault detection and Diagnosis
§ Engineering Applications

AREA 3: Signal Processing, Sensors, Systems Modelling and Control
§ Adaptive Signal Processing and Control
§ Environmental Monitoring and Control
§ Optimization Problems in Signal Processing
§ Signal Reconstruction
§ Computer and Microprocessor-based Control
§ Real-Time Systems Control
§ Information-based Models for Control
§ Nonlinear Signals and Systems
§ System Identification
§ Instrumentation Networks and Software
§ Change Detection Problems
§ Time-frequency Analysis
§ Mechanical, Force and Tactile Sensors
§ Biological Inspired Sensors
§ Sensors Fusion
§ Intelligent Components for Control
§ System Modelling
§ Modelling, Analysis and Control of Discrete-event Systems
§ Modelling, Analysis and Control of Hybrid Dynamical Systems
§ Engineering Applications

AREA 4: Industrial Engineering, Production and Management
§ Lean Enterprise
§ Supply Chain and Logistics Engineering
§ Virtual Enterprises and Interoperability
§ Production Planning, Scheduling and Control
§ Computer-based Manufacturing Technologies
§ Facilities Planning and Management
§ Quality Control and Management
§ Energy Efficiency and Green Manufacturing
§ Precision Engineering
§ Industrial Automation and Robotics
§ Intelligent Design and Manufacturing
§ Resources and Knowledge Management in Industry
§ Manufacturing Systems Engineering
§ Systems Modelling and Simulation
§ Performance Evaluation and Optimization
§ Human Factors & Human-System Interface
§ Cost and Value Engineering
§ Business Process Modelling