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    XPONENTIAL 2026 Comes to Detroit at a Pivotal Moment for Autonomous Systems

    XPONENTIAL 2026 convenes industry, government, and end users as robotics and autonomous systems move from pilots into production Detroit provides the manufacturing, defense, logistics, and infrastructure context where autonomy must now be proven Programming centers on deployment, policy and operational readiness as robotics and autonomous systems scale Detroit, MI (February 12, 2026)—The world’s largest global... Continue reading

    Robot Ready: The U.S. Needs a National Robotics Strategy Now

    The age of autonomy and advanced robotics is here, and dominance in this industry will determine who leads the next industrial revolution. This is not hyperbole: AI-powered robotics are already transforming entire sectors, reshaping factories, supply chains, infrastructure, and defense, and creating new economic and strategic landscapes. The United States must be prepared to compete.... Continue reading

    AUVSI Launches Bipartisan Partnership for Robotics Competitiveness on Capitol Hill

    Washington, D.C. — Today, a coalition of Congressional leaders and industry executives gathered on Capitol Hill to launch the Partnership for Robotics Competitiveness (PfRC), an initiative led by the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) to advance federal policy and secure U.S. leadership in robotics and physical AI. Held in the Cannon House Office... Continue reading

    AUVSI Helped Tip the Scales for Autonomy in 2025

    The year uncrewed systems, robotics, and physical AI became central to national strategy 2025 marked a turning point for robotics and autonomous systems. Uncrewed systems, robotics, and physical AI shifted from emerging technologies to strategic capabilities that are central to national security, economic competitiveness, and advanced manufacturing. Policymakers began treating autonomy not as a niche... Continue reading

    AUVSI President & CEO Michael Robbins on FCC Public Notice Regarding UAS and UAS Critical Components

    Today, the FCC built on the actions directed by Section 1709 of the FY25 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to protect U.S. national security and encourage American Drone Dominance. AUVSI applauds the FCC for placing Chinese drone companies DJI and Autel on the Covered List, fulfilling the will of Congress under the NDAA to protect... Continue reading

    AUVSI Welcomes DOT’s National Strategy for Advanced Air Mobility

    The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) congratulates the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Advanced Air Mobility Interagency Working Group (AAM IWG) on the release of The Advanced Air Mobility National Strategy. The strategy reflects significant cross-government effort and represents a breakthrough in aligning federal priorities to advance AAM safely, responsibly, and at... Continue reading

    AUVSI Applauds DoW Drone Dominance Plan

    AUVSI applauds the Department of War and Secretary Hegseth for advancing the Drone Dominance initiative and working with AUVSI to develop a disciplined, merit-based pathway to acquire hundreds of thousands of U.S. and allied-made small uncrewed aircraft. This plan’s competitive, gated approach, paired with rapid contracting and payment on delivery, will strengthen America’s industrial base,... Continue reading

    AUVSI Continues to Lead on Maritime Innovation During Government Shutdown 

    Even amid a government shutdown, America’s progress in uncrewed maritime systems is not slowing down- and neither is AUVSI. This week, AUVSI reaffirmed its leadership in advancing the nation’s maritime autonomy and innovation.  On Monday, October 27, we convened our Maritime Advocacy Committee Meeting, bringing together industry leaders to discuss the future of uncrewed maritime... Continue reading

    AUVSI Defense 2025: Michael Robbins Keynote Remarks

    Keynote remarks delivered by AUVSI President and CEO Michael Robbins at AUVSI Defense on October 28, 2025: Good morning.   It’s an interesting moment to come together. Washington is living through a shutdown again. Our troops got paid, but our DoD civilians did not, along with hundreds of thousands of other public servants. It is unclear what happens next.   Many are furloughed, but the... Continue reading

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    Since 1972, the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) has enabled technical innovation, supportive policy, and inspired academic breakthroughs in the uncrewed industry.

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