**Extended Deadline** AAAI 2023 Fall Symposium on “Unifying Representations for Robot Application Development” (UR-RAD)

We have extended the deadline for submissions for the 2023 AAAI Symposium on Unifying Representations for Robot Application Development (UR-RAD). The new deadline for submissions is August 14, 2023. The symposium will take place on October 25-27, 2023, in Arlington, VA, USA. Although we hope to see you in-person, the symposium will be in a hybrid format.

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Key Information

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Behind any robot task or interaction is a formal representation that should (a) enable sufficient contextualization; (b) support any existing predefined, learned, and/or reusable skills onboard the robot; (c) be verifiable at design time and behave consistently at run-time; and (d) can be tested, executed, and modified for reuse on a variety of different robot morphologies. Representations have long played a pivotal role in robot application development. Examples include behavior trees, finite state machines, hierarchical task networks, and many, many others.

The problem is that there is a lack of consistency and uniformity in how these representations are selected and used by robotics researchers. The goals of the symposium will therefore be to (a) categorize current representational trends for robot application development, (b) discuss best practices for future adoption of languages, formal representations, development frameworks, etc. that integrate advances from the wider AI community, and (c) identify opportunities for collaboration between academia and industry.

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Submission Topics of Interest

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We invite submissions related, but not limited, to the following topics:

  • Existing representations for robot applications

  • Proposals for standardizing representations for robotics

  • Robot end-user development

  • Robot programming paradigms

  • Robot programming interfaces

  • Robot control interfaces and runtime environments

  • Standardized application development for different robot morphologies

  • Application development frameworks for robotics (e.g., ROS)

  • Formal methods in robotics

  • Representations, frameworks, and models for robot learning

  • Robot architectures and models of reasoning

  • AI planning for robotics

  • Open-source initiatives in robotics

  • Interfaces for human-robot interaction

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Important Dates

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  • Submissions: August 14, 2023 **EXTENDED**

  • Acceptance: September 1st, 2023

  • Camera-Ready: October 9th, 2023

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Submission Information

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The submission link can be found on the symposium website. The submission format can be any of the following:

  • Regular Research Papers: (4-6 pages, AAAI double-column format) describing robotics work related to any of the themes above.

  • Artifact Papers: (4-6 pages, AAAI double-column format) describing artifacts (e.g., software tools or libraries) related to any of the themes above.

  • Position Papers: (2-4 pages, AAAI double-column format), directly discussing themes outlined above.

If you intend to submit a paper, please email us at urrad.symposium@gmail.com. Use the subject line, “[UR-RAD] Intent to Submit”, and include the following in the body of the message: (1) a tentative title, (2) a tentative author list, and (3) tentative keywords. This step is optional, but will aid in our planning for reviewers. Note that at least one author from each paper will be expected to review 2-3 UR-RAD papers themselves.

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Organizing Committee

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  • David Porfirio (US Naval Research Laboratory)

  • Ross Mead (Semio)

  • Laura M. Hiatt (US Naval Research Laboratory)

  • Mark Roberts (US Naval Research Laboratory)

  • Amin Atrash (Amazon Lab 126)

  • Nick DePalma (Independent Researcher)

  • Ruchen Wen (University of Maryland, Baltimore County)

  • Laura Stegner (University of Wisconsin–Madison)

Please send any questions about the workshop to urrad.symposium@gmail.com.


Abstracts Ext August 23: CAIS 2023 Automated and Intelligent Systems, Oct 2-5, USA & Online

​Springer icSoftComp2023 CFP: [Submission deadline: 31/July][Springer CCIS][Extended papers for SNCS journal]

 

Please consider to contribute to and/or forward to the appropriate groups the following opportunity to submit and publish original scientific results to:

Springer icSoftComp2023, (2023 5th International Conference on Soft Computing

and its Engineering Applications)


icSoftComp2023 will be held at Charotar University of Science and Technology (CHARUSAT), Changa, India during December 07 – 09, 2023.


The submission deadline is July 31st, 2023.


Authors of selected papers will be invited to submit extended article versions to the topical issue of SNCS journal (Scopus indexed).

 

The conference will be held in a hybrid mode: on-site, online, pre-recorded videos.

 

Warm regards,

 

K K Patel
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Springer icSoftComp2023 CFP

 

2023 5th International Conference on Soft Computing

and its Engineering Applications

 

07-09 December, 2023

 

Charotar University of Science and Technology (CHARUSAT),

Changa, India

 

https://www.charusat.ac.in/icSoftComp2023/index.php

 

– Conference series link: https://link.springer.com/conference/icsoftcomp

 

** Sincere apologies if you receive multiple copies of this CFP **

** Please forward to anyone who might be interested **

 

Highlights:

– icSoftComp2023 follows a double-blind peer review system.

– Conference proceedings by Springer CCIS Series (Scopus indexed)

– icSoftComp2023 will be held in a hybrid mode: on-site, online, pre-recorded videos.

– extended papers for a post-conference special issue of peer reviewed Scopus indexed journals.

 

2023 5th International Conference on Soft Computing and its Engineering Applications (icSoftComp2023) aims to provide an excellent international forum to the researchers, academicians, students, and professionals in the areas of computer science and engineering to present their research, knowledge, new ideas and innovations. It will exhibit an exciting technical program. It will also feature high-quality Tutorials and Workshops, Industry Panels and Exhibitions, as well as Keynotes from prominent research and industry leaders.

 

We are now open for technical paper submission, proposals for workshops/special sessions, and proposals for tutorials.

 

Submissions for the Workshops/Special Session proposals are to be directed to the TPC Chair (kanupatel.mca@charusat.ac.in).

 

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Paper Submission:

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Please follow the Springer CCIS format for paper submission.

– Paper submission link: https://equinocs.springernature.com/service/icSoftComp2023

 

Authors are advised to prepare their papers according to the Springer paper formatting guidelines. Paper Template can be downloaded from the conference website.

 

icSoftComp2023 solicits papers on all aspects of Soft computing and its engineering applications for a smart and better world. The topics of the conference include, but are not limited to the following:

 

Track 1: Theory and Methods

Ant colony theory
Approximate reasoning
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Big Data analytics
Bio-inspired computing
Chaos theory
Cognitive science
Data mining and Knowledge discovery
Deep learning
Digital information processing
Evolutionary computing
Fuzzy set theory
Immunological computing
Knowledge virtualization
Machine learning
Modeling
Neural computing
Probabilistic reasoning
Rough sets
Swarm intelligence

 

Track 2: Systems and Applications

Advanced intelligent systems
Agent-based systems
Agricultural informatics
Assistive systems
Autonomic and autonomous systems
Bioinformatics and scientific computing
Cognitive systems and applications
Complex systems
Computer forensics
Cyber Physical Systems (CPS)

Geoinformatics
Human computer integration
Internet of Things (IoT)
Intrusion detection and Security intelligence
Mechatronics
Multi-agent systems
Natural language processing
Network and telecommunications systems
Optimization
Pattern recognition
Process control
Remote sensing system
Robotics
Signal processing
Time series analysis
Web intelligence

 

Track 3: Hybrid Techniques

Auxiliary hybridization
Embedded hybridization
Fuzzy-genetic approach
Neuro-evolutionary computing
Neuro-fuzzy computing
Sequential hybridization

 

Track 4: Soft Computing for Smart Sustainable World

Smart cities
Smart governance
Smart healthcare
Smart homes and buildings
Smart social services
Smart transportation
Smart utilities
Smart vehicles
Smart villages

 

 

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Important Dates:

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Submission deadline: July 31st, 2023

Acceptance Notification: September 30th, 2023

Camera Ready Submission due: October 31st, 2023

Registration deadline: October 31st, 2023

Conference dates: December 07-09, 2023

 

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Paper Publication:

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The accepted and presented papers will be published as proceedings with Springer in their prestigious Communications in Computer and Information Science (CCIS) series.

Indexed by Scopus, DBLP, Ei Compendex, Google Scholar, and Springerlink

 

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Journal Publication:

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Authors of selected papers will be invited to submit extended article versions for a post-conference special issue of Scopus indexed peer-reviewed journals.

 

 

Charotar University of Science and Technology (CHARUSAT)

(Center of Excellence by Govt. of Gujarat)

(Accredited “A+” grade by NAAC, GoI)

Changa, India

 

[Machines] (IF 2.6, ISSN 2075-1702) — Special Issue “Advanced Control and Path Planning of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)”

We hope this email finds you well.

The open access journal Machines (ISSN 2075-1702, IF 2.6) is pleased to
announce that we have launched a new Special Issue entitled “Advanced Control
and Path Planning of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)”. I am serving as Guest
Editor for this issue.

Given the depth of your expertise in this field, I would like to cordially
invite you to contribute a manuscript to the Special Issue. For more
information, please visit the Special Issue website at:
https://www.mdpi.com/journal/machines/special_issues/7ZS283VVX8

Papers may be submitted from now until 15 February 2024 as papers will be
published on an ongoing basis if accepted for publication following peer
review. Submitted papers should not be under consideration for publication
elsewhere. Authors are also encouraged to send a short abstract or tentative
title to the Editorial Office in advance (camille.wang@mdpi.com).

Machines is fully open access. Manuscripts are peer-reviewed and a first
decision is provided to authors approximately 15 days after submission. An
article processing charge (APC) of 2400 CHF currently applies to all papers
accepted after peer review. You may be entitled to a discount code if you
previously reviewed for MDPI or if your institution is a participating member
in MDPI’s Institutional Open Access Program (IOAP).

I hope that this invitation receives your favorable consideration and I look
forward to our future collaboration.

Kind regards,
Giuseppe Silano, on the behalf of the organizers

Important Dates
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Deadline: 15 February 2024
Purpose and Goal
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The special issue on “Advancements and Challenges in Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)” aims to address the rapidly evolving landscape of UAV technology and the associated challenges in ensuring safe and optimal operation. UAVs have become vital tools in various sectors, including precision agriculture, package delivery, monitoring, search and rescue operations, and high or confined space inspections.
The primary goal of this special issue is to gather recent developments in UAV technology and foster knowledge exchange among researchers in relevant fields. We seek to explore diverse aspects of UAV research, including aircraft control, path planning, trajectory optimization, target tracking, and more.
Through this special issue, we aim to promote and showcase innovative approaches that enhance the accuracy and performance of UAVs, emphasizing the significance of high-quality sensors and advanced control technology. Original research articles and reviews are invited to provide valuable resources for researchers, contributing to the advancement of UAV technology and its applications.
We eagerly anticipate receiving contributions from esteemed colleagues, as we collaborate to address the challenges and opportunities in this dynamic field of UAV research.

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We invite contributions on the following topics (but not limited):

  *  Advanced Control Techniques for UAVs

  *  Path Planning and Collision Avoidance Algorithms for UAVs
  *  Trajectory Optimization for Efficient UAV Operation
  *  Target Tracking and Object Detection in UAV Applications
  *  UAVs for Precision Agriculture and Environmental Monitoring
  *  UAVs in Package Delivery and Logistics
  *  UAVs in Search and Rescue Operations
  *  Autonomous and Swarm UAV Systems
  *  Sensor Fusion and Perception for UAVs
  *  Communication and Networking Solutions for UAV Swarms
  *  Safety and Security Challenges in UAV Operations
  *  Energy Efficiency and Battery Management for UAVs
  *  Machine Learning and AI for Autonomous UAVs
  *  Human-Drone Interaction and User Interfaces
  *  UAVs in Remote Sensing and Mapping Applications
  *  Regulatory and Ethical Considerations for UAV Operations
  *  Case Studies and Real-World Applications of UAV Technology

Organizing Committee
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* Giuseppe Silano, CTU Prague, Czech Republic, https://giuseppesilano.net
Yahui Liu, Tsinghua University, China, http://www.svm.tsinghua.edu.cn/essay/75/1815.html


Curso Diseño de Sistemas Instrumentados de Seguridad en AADECA

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Diseño de Sistemas Instrumentados de Seguridad (Aplicación del Ciclo de Vida de Seguridad de IEC 61511)

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Mostrar un método para el diseño de un sistema instrumentado de seguridad (SIS) que cumpla con los requerimientos de la norma de seguridad funcional IEC61511. Como dicha norma es una norma de desempeño, hay que tomar en cuenta que son variables las metodologías a implementar para cumplir con los requerimientos de la norma y alcanzar el objetivo de reducción de riesgo.

Para el desarrollo del curso se seguirá el modelo de Ciclo de Vida de Seguridad, expresado en la Fig. 7 y el desarrollo general del mismo, expresado en la Tabla 2 de Cláusula 6 de la norma IEC 61511:2016, Parte 1.

El Curso incluye ejercicios prácticos demostrativos, en los que se utilizarán las siguientes herramientas:

  • Para la Identificación de Peligros y Análisis de riesgo: HAZOP y Análisis Qué para Si?
  • Para la Asignación de Funciones de Seguridad a Capas de Protección y determinación del SIL objetivo: LOPA.
  • Para el cálculo y verificación de SIL: Análisis de Árbol de Fallas
  • Para la Documentación de Requerimientos de Software de Aplicación: Lógica Escalera

Al finalizar el curso, los participantes habrán aplicado a un proyecto ficticio todos los requerimientos de la norma IEC 61511 para el diseño e implementación de un sistema instrumentado de seguridad, desde la Cláusula 5 hasta la Cláusula 19.

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Ingeniero Químico UNLP / Especialista Seguridad Higiene y Protección Ambiental UCA / Functional Safety Engineer TÜV Rheinland 517/06 / ISA/IEC 61511 SIS Fundamentals Specialist / CPIQ Matricula No. 2405 / AADECA Socio Vitalicio
Ingeniero Químico diplomado en la Facultad de Ingeniería de la Universidad Nacional de La Plata. Matriculado en el Consejo Profesional de Ingeniería Química de la Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires / Especialista en Seguridad, Higiene y Protección Ambiental diplomado en la Universidad Católica Argentina, Ciudad A. de Buenos Aires.
Ingeniero en Seguridad Funcional Certificado por TÜV Rheinland Alemania, matrícula TÜVFSEng 517/06.
Actualmente se desempeña como Consultor en Sistemas Instrumentados de Seguridad y en Seguridad Funcional. Asesora en temas de Automatización Industrial y Seguridad en Procesos de aplicación en distintas industrias.

 
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