A guide to Day 1 of the 2026 Robotics Summit & Expo

The Robotics Summit & Expo kicked off today with a packed schedule of keynote speeches, technical sessions, and live robot demonstrations. Attendees explored the latest innovations in industrial automation, collaborative robots, and AI-driven robotics. Highlights included a keynote on the future of human-robot collaboration and a panel discussion on scaling robotics from lab to factory floor. The expo floor featured demos from leading companies showcasing new grippers, mobile manipulators, and simulation tools. Day 1 set a strong tone for the rest of the event, emphasizing practical deployment and industry collaboration.

Source: Brianna Wessling