April 2026 - RoboCup-humanoid - lists.robocup.org

Inquiry Regarding Partial Team Registration for RoboCup
by hong li 30 Apr '26

30 Apr '26

Dear RoboCup Organizing Committee, I hope this message finds you well. We are currently preparing our team registration for the upcoming RoboCup competition. However, we have encountered a practical issue: several of our team members’ passports have recently expired and are currently under expedited renewal. Given the time constraints, we would like to ask whether it is possible to proceed with the registration using only the members whose passports are currently valid, and then update or add the remaining members once their new passports are issued. We would greatly appreciate your guidance on whether this arrangement is acceptable, and if there are any specific procedures we should follow to ensure compliance with registration requirements. Thank you very much for your understanding and support. Best regards, lihong, BigHeroX

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Humanoid Robot
by Thành Vinh Đỗ 30 Apr '26

30 Apr '26

Unitree G1 Comp

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[CFP] Humanoids 2026 Conference
by Ross Mead 25 Apr '26

25 Apr '26

CALL FOR PAPERS: - What: 2026 IEEE RAS International Conference on Humanoid Robots - When: December 6-9, 2026 - Where: Santa Clara, California, USA - Web: https://2026.ieee-humanoids.org — IMPORTANT DATES: - Jul. 24, 2026: Paper submission deadline - Jul. 27, 2026: Supplementary video deadline (optional) - Oct. 6, 2026: Notification of paper acceptance/rejection - Oct. 16, 2026: Early-bird registration deadline - Oct. 26, 2026: Camera-ready paper deadline - Dec. 6-9, 2026: Humanoids 2026 conference — Dear colleagues, We are very pleased to invite you to contribute to the 2026 IEEE RAS International Conference on Humanoid Robots to be held in Santa Clara, California, USA, from December 6 through December 9, 2026. OVERVIEW: Humanoids 2026 aims at bringing together top researchers from humanoid robotics and related disciplines with leading companies in the field. In light of a year of rapidly evolving humanoid technologies with several new platforms coming onto the market and bringing us closer to a wider real-world deployment. Our community envisions innovative areas in humanoid robotics that lie at the intersection of general-purpose physical, cognitive, and motor capabilities, while also considering the scientific understanding of interactions with humanoid and anthropomorphic systems. FORMAT: The conference will be organized as a 4-day event opening on December 6th (Sunday) with public panels, seminars, and hackathons, followed by workshops and tutorials on December 7th (Monday), followed by 2 days December 8th-9th (Tuesday-Wednesday) for the main conference with plenaries, keynotes, oral and interactive sessions, and industry events. A centrally located exhibition will feature the latest humanoid technology from both industry and academia. TOPICS: We invite papers in all areas related to humanoid robotics, including, but not limited to: - Human biomechanics and motor control, human body and behavior modeling - Bionic / human-inspired design principles for humanoids - Human-inspired robot control - Whole-body dynamics and control - Optimization, optimal control, and model predictive control methods - Learning methods for humanoid robots - Robot modeling for locomotion and/or manipulation - Exoskeleton / wearable robot design and control - Prosthesis design and control - Physical and social human-humanoid interaction - Dynamic legged locomotion (bipeds, quadrupeds, etc.) - Loco-manipulation, legged manipulation - Dual arm dexterous manipulation - Design, control, and application of multi-finger hands - Stability and robustness of humanoid and legged robots and humans - Simulation and physics-based animations from computer graphics - Humanoid heads and faces, geminoids - Novel materials, mechanisms, and actuators for humanoids - Perception for humanoids - Human-centered robotic studies and applications - Neuro-robotics and brain-robot interfaces for humanoids and humans - Real-world applications for humanoid robots (industry, healthcare, home, space, disaster response) - Benchmarks, performance indicators for humanoid robots - Ethical and social challenges of humanoid robot deployment - Long-term deployment of humanoid, bipedal, or dual arm manipulation robots PAPERS: The paper submission deadline is July 24th, 2026, Anywhere on Earth (AOE). The maximum paper length is 8 pages, including references; additional pages are not permitted. Papers must be submitted in a PDF format; the maximum paper PDF file size is 6 MB. Papers can be submitted via PaperPlaza: https://ras.papercept.net/conferences/scripts/start.pl SUPPLEMENTARY VIDEOS: Each paper can be accompanied by one (1) optional supplementary video. You may upload or re-upload this attachment up to three (3) days after the paper submission deadline (i.e. by July 27th, 2026, AOE). Videos must be submitted in an MP4, MPG, or MPEG format; the maximum video file size is 20 MB. PAPER PRESENTATIONS: Accepted papers will be presented either in single-track oral sessions or in interactive poster sessions. All accepted papers will appear in the proceedings of the conference and on IEEE Xplore without distinction. MORE INFORMATION: For more information, please visit the conference contributions webpage (https://2026.ieee-humanoids.org/call-for-papers) or contact the Program Chairs: Luis Sentis, Serena Ivaldi, and Gentiane Venture (humanoids2026-tc(a)ieee.org). We look forward to your contributions to Humanoids 2026! — The Humanoids 2026 General Chairs: - Andra Keay (Silicon Valley Robotics) - Ross Mead (Semio)

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Re: schedule and registration details
by Reinaldo A. C. Bianchi 22 Apr '26

22 Apr '26

Dear Mingyu, Schedule is finalized by the local organization, usually closer to the competition. What I can say is that USUALLY we have two days of warm up and four days of competition. This would be warm up on 30th of June and 1st of July, and competition from 2nd to July 5th. The symposium will be on July 6th. The picking up of your badges and other material you receive after registration is on the first day of the warmup, June 30th. I did not understand the on site registration question. On site registration is not for teams, and is only to add extra members on a team. I don’t think is anything your team will have to do. If you have any more questions feel free to contact us again. Best regards, Reinaldo On 21 Apr 2026, at 04:32, 胡明宇 <1278622850(a)qq.com> wrote: Dear Committee, I hope this email finds you well. Thank you for your previous reply and assistance. We have paid for RoboCup in Korea. To ensure our team can make the necessary travel arrangements, we have some questions regarding the schedule and registration details: We note that the competition is scheduled from June 30th to July 6th. Could you please provide a detailed agenda? Specifically, we need to confirm: * The schedule for pre-competition debugging/testing. * Whether on-site registration is required on June 29th (the day before the competition). Best wishes, Mingyu Hu <https://wx.mail.qq.com/home/index?t=readmail_businesscard_midpage&nocheck=t…> [http://thirdqq.qlogo.cn/ek_qqapp/AQV3Ux6vMkk0ZmYtJCQwM1WwvPKKnE7cLAhApbiafY…] 胡明宇 1278622850(a)qq.com 原始邮件 ________________________________ 发件人：Reinaldo A. C. Bianchi <rbianchi(a)fei.edu.br> 发件时间：2026年3月5日 03:22 收件人：rc-hl-tc(a)lists.robocup.org <rc-hl-tc(a)lists.robocup.org> 抄送：robocup-humanoid(a)lists.robocup.org <robocup-humanoid(a)lists.robocup.org> 主题：Important: Please hold on travel arrangements for RoboCup 2026 – HSL Update Dear Humanoid Soccer League Teams, We are writing to inform you that there are currently some pending logistical details regarding the Humanoid Soccer League (HSL) arrangements for this year's RoboCup. We are in active communication with the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) to finalize these matters. While we work toward a resolution, we kindly request that you hold off on making any non-refundable flight or hotel reservations for the time being. We anticipate having full clarity within the next few days and will provide you with an update as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we ensure everything is in order for the competition. Best regards, The HSL Technical Committee Esta mensagem, juntamente com qualquer outra informação anexada, é confidencial e protegida por lei. Somente os seus destinatários estão autorizados a usá-la. Se você não for o destinatário, por favor, informe o remetente e, em seguida, apague a mensagem, observando que não há autorização para usar, copiar, armazenar, encaminhar, imprimir ou tomar qualquer ação baseada no seu conteúdo. Esta mensagem, juntamente com qualquer outra informação anexada, é confidencial e protegida por lei. Somente os seus destinatários estão autorizados a usá-la. Se você não for o destinatário, por favor, informe o remetente e, em seguida, apague a mensagem, observando que não há autorização para usar, copiar, armazenar, encaminhar, imprimir ou tomar qualquer ação baseada no seu conteúdo. Esta mensagem, juntamente com qualquer outra informação anexada, é confidencial e protegida por lei. Somente os seus destinatários estão autorizados a usá-la. Se você não for o destinatário, por favor, informe o remetente e, em seguida, apague a mensagem, observando que não há autorização para usar, copiar, armazenar, encaminhar, imprimir ou tomar qualquer ação baseada no seu conteúdo.

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[RoboCup] Reminder: Please fill out the rule survey by April 15th
by Sebastian Stelter 12 Apr '26

12 Apr '26

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Inquiry Regarding Exact AdultSize Field and Goal Dimensions for the Upcoming Competition – Wuhan University Robotics Team
by 邓茵姬 09 Apr '26

09 Apr '26

Dear Humanoid League Technical Committee and RoboCup Organizing Committee, We hope this email finds you well. We are the robotics team from Wuhan University in China, and we are currently making active preparations for the upcoming RoboCup competition. While carefully reviewing the official rulebook, we noticed that the dimensions for the L-Field (Large Field) and the corresponding Large Goals are provided as allowed ranges rather than exact fixed values. Specifically: L-Field Size: Length (14 to 22 meters) and Width (9 to 14 meters). Large Goal Dimensions: Depth (1.0 to 2.0 meters), Width (2.6 to 3.1 meters), and Height (1.8 to 2.0 meters). In order to optimize our robots' calibration and ensure that our training environment simulates the actual competition scenarios as closely as possible, we would respectfully like to inquire about the exact dimensions that will be used in the official matches this year. If the specific setup has not yet been finalized, any preliminary guidance or information on the most likely configuration would be immensely helpful to our preparation. Thank you very much for your time, hard work, and continuous support for all participating teams. We look forward to your kind reply. Sincerely, Robotics Team of Wuhan University, China

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RoboCup Humanoid Soccer League April Newsletter
by Reinaldo A. C. Bianchi 07 Apr '26

07 Apr '26

Dear HSL team members, RoboCup is getting closer every day and the registration system is now open. All teams that have successfully qualified and are in the list at the HSL webpage (https://hsl.robocup.org/qualified-teams/) should have received a CVENT invite by now and therefore be able to register their team. If your team is still provisional qualified, and you have sent the additional material required, please contact the TCs. Due to issues in the recent years, the person assigned as team leader must register with the team and also be joining as a participant during the event. If you need to update your team leader to meet these requirements, please contact the TC mailing list so we can make the necessary adjustments. Please give us the info before you start with the registration of the team and its members as it is much easier to give you a new invitation slot instead of changing an existing one. If your team is competing for the first time at an international RoboCup event, be aware that there are First Time Fee Waivers. These will eliminate the need to pay the team registration fee (member fees still apply), but neither the team, nor a single team member can have previously taken part in an international event. If you think you are eligible, please get in contact with the TCs, so that we can guide you through the process. Registration Timeline ---------------------------- Early Registration: until May 4th Regular Registration: May 5th - Jun 2 Late Registration: Jun 3 - Jun 16 (additional members only - no new teams) Pricing & Visa letters ---------------------------- More info about the fees, visa letters and other registration related information can be found on the CVENT webpage. Please note that the competition will take place in Incheon, Republic of Korea, but due to ongoing updates to last year's materials, you may still find occasional references to Brazil at the website: https://web.cvent.com/event/4f86f2fa-cfac-446d-aa11-c1f712e4ece8 Submission of Jersey Design --------------------------------------- Per Rule 4.1, robots must maintain neutral, non-reflective bodies and wear tank top-style jerseys covering at least 50% of the upper body. These jerseys must feature a clear primary color, display unique player numbers on both the front and back, and remain easily distinguishable from the opposing team and officials. Goalkeepers must be uniquely marked, and while sponsorship logos are permitted, they must not interfere with the primary color or visibility of player numbers. Each team is required to provide two distinct solid color designs for approval; please ensure these jersey designs are submitted to the TC mailing list by the May 1st deadline. Minor rules adjustment still going -------------------------------------------- Please note that minor adjustments to the competition rules are still underway as we finalize the technical details. We are working to ensure the guidelines are clear and comprehensive, and we plan to have the official rulebook completed and available by May 1st. Thank you for your patience and for your continued contributions to the community. For the latest rules please go to: https://github.com/RoboCup-HumanoidSoccerLeague/HSL-Rules/ Penalty rules ----------------- We have received feedback that the current penalty rules are too complex and make it difficult for teams to transition. We are therefore working on a revised version of these rules. In order to find a system that feels fair and balanced to all participants, we would like to hear your opinion. We propose two different options: Option 1: Remove the incremental time penalty system and only issue fixed length time penalties, yellow cards and red cards. This is similar to the system used by the former Humanoid league. Option 2: Remove yellow and red cards and only issue fixed length or incremental time penalties. This is similar to the system used by the former SPL. Please let us know which of these options you prefer by filling out the following survey. Please only leave one response per team: https://forms.gle/R5356GY8WRwmx4d79 We are streamlining our communications! ------------------------------------------------------- While both the SPL and Humanoid lists are currently in use, please note that robocup-humanoid(a)lists.robocup.org is the definitive official mailing list and the one that will remain active. If you received this newsletter through a different list, we strongly encourage you to subscribe to the robocup-humanoid list to ensure you stay connected. This consolidated channel is now the central hub for all technical discussions, competition updates, and community announcements moving forward. Also, we have new emails for the HSL committees: Technical Committee : hsl_tc(a)lists.robocup.org Executive Committee : hsl_ec(a)lists.robocup.org Organization Committee : hsl_oc(a)lists.robocup.org The existing lists will continue to function until this year's competition to allow for a smooth transition; however, we encourage all members to migrate their communications to the new address as soon as possible. Clubbing ------------ To ensure a high level of competition and allow everyone the opportunity to participate, teams that currently have an insufficient number of robots are strongly encouraged to merge and form collaborative collectives. This "clubbing" of teams allows for the pooling of hardware resources and technical expertise, creating a more robust and competitive environment for all involved. Any teams interested in exploring a potential merger should contact the Organizing Committee (OC) directly to facilitate the matching process and coordinate logistics. Finally: Submit Your Team Logo ------------------------------------------ To ensure your team is professionally represented both on the pitch and across our digital platforms, we kindly request that all participating teams submit their official team logos. These assets are essential for configuring the GameController interface and for our official Social Media presence. Please upload a high-resolution version of your logo in PNG format (preferably with a transparent background) to the following link: https://nc.uni-bremen.de/index.php/s/bwNJyZnJB2Emc3Y In case of any open questions or issues, please do not hesitate to contact any committee member. Looking forward to seeing you in Incheon, TCs of the RoboCup Humanoid Soccer League TC mailing list email: hsl_tc(a)lists.robocup.org Esta mensagem, juntamente com qualquer outra informação anexada, é confidencial e protegida por lei. Somente os seus destinatários estão autorizados a usá-la. Se você não for o destinatário, por favor, informe o remetente e, em seguida, apague a mensagem, observando que não há autorização para usar, copiar, armazenar, encaminhar, imprimir ou tomar qualquer ação baseada no seu conteúdo.

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HighTorque Robotics is now a RoboCup League Partner — Special Pricing for Incheon 2026
by 施玟 03 Apr '26

03 Apr '26

Dear RoboCup-Humanoid Official, I'm Wen from HighTorque Robotics. We're pleased to share that HighTorque has officially joined the RoboCup Humanoid Robot Program as a RoboCup League Partner. 🏆 Hardware — built for competition Our Mini Pi+ Pro won the Humanoid League Small Division at RoboCup German Open 2026 — powering ZJUDancer to a victory in the final. • 22 DOF, compliant with league standards; supports running, dribbling, and blocking • 65cm / 13kg with proprietary high-performance joints and precise force control • ZED Mini + NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX • Hot-swap battery; 1-hour runtime at 0.5 m/s 💻 Software — full-stack and open All our resources are open on Github: a unified framework covering motion control, vision, behavior decision-making, and multi-robot communication, with Sim2Real support via Isaac Lab and MuJoCo. • Multi-level open APIs for deep customization • One-click deployment with full SDK and system initialization • Structured docs: environment setup → algorithm development → competition SOP 🇰🇷 RoboCup 2026 Incheon — exclusive team pricing As a RoboCup League Partner, we're committed to growing the humanoid robotics community — and making it easier for every team to compete at the highest level. • 1 unit — $6,750 (10% off) • 2 units — $12,750 (15% off) • 5 units — $30,000 (20% off) Includes 3-year warranty. Details and application: Humanoid Robot Program | RoboCup Please find our product brochure attached. Happy to answer any questions. Best, Wen RoboCup Operations Team, HighTorque Robotics 高擎机电施玟

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