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

Inquiry About Protective Head Cover for Humanoid Robot
by hong li 30 May '26

30 May '26

Dear RoboCup Humanoid League Organizing Committee, I would like to inquire whether it is permitted to add a protective cover or soft protective frame around the robot’s head for safety purposes. The purpose of this structure is only to protect the cameras and sensors from damage in case the robot falls during testing or matches. The protection would be lightweight and designed not to create safety risks or interfere with gameplay. Could you please let us know whether such protective head coverings are allowed under the current competition rules? Thank you very much for your time and assistance. Best regards, Hong

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RoboCup Humanoid Soccer League May Newsletter No.2
by Francesco Petri 26 May '26

26 May '26

Dear HSL Teams, We are now barely over a month away from the World Championship in Incheon. We have a few announcements to help everyone prepare at their best for the first worldwide event of the Humanoid Soccer League. <https://md.fachschaften.org/Kni9kv56SxW_p8Vqg4SHeA?both#Rules-release>Rules release We are pleased to announce the 1.0 release of the HSL rules. We expect this release to represent the definitive version of the function of the rules. There will be a follow-up release closer to the competition that will focus on proofreading and clearing inconsistencies, but the core mechanics of the rules will not change. You can read the current release at https://github.com/RoboCup-HumanoidSoccerLeague/HSL-Rules/releases/tag/rule…, and the latest work-in-progress at https://github.com/RoboCup-HumanoidSoccerLeague/HSL-Rules/blob/main/Rules.p… <https://md.fachschaften.org/Kni9kv56SxW_p8Vqg4SHeA?both#Open-Research-Chall…>Open Research Challenge RoboCup 2026 will host an optional Open Research Challenge dedicated to showcasing contributions for the benefit of the league. Teams can present any work of theirs that they believe is relevant to the community, even if it’s not directly related to winning games. Contributions on the topic of safety are especially welcome. You can read the latest version of the challenge rules at https://github.com/RoboCup-HumanoidSoccerLeague/HSL-Rules/blob/main/Challen… We hope to see numerous contributions to help the development of our newly born league. <https://md.fachschaften.org/Kni9kv56SxW_p8Vqg4SHeA?both#Registration-remind…>Registration reminder We would like to remind the teams that the normal registration deadline is *one week from now*, on *June 2nd*. During the late registration period, only already-registered teams will be able to add members, while *new teams will be unable to register*. Please make sure your team is registered by the deadline. You should have received a registration link in your team’s email. If you have any questions, please reach out to registration(a)robocup.org or on Discord. <https://md.fachschaften.org/Kni9kv56SxW_p8Vqg4SHeA?both#Jersey-submission-r…>Jersey submission reminder The other close deadline is that for jersey design submission, which is due by *June 1st*. Teams that haven’t submitted a design should do so as soon as possible by sending an email to hsl_tc(a)lists.robocup.org As per the previous newsletter, 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 June 1st deadline. Mock-up designs are also acceptable. Best regards, Francesco Petri on behalf of the HSL Technical Committee -- *Fai crescere le giovani ricercatrici e i giovani ricercatori*** *con il 5 per mille alla Sapienza* Scrivi il codice fiscale dell'Università *80209930587 **Cinque per mille <https://www.uniroma1.it/it/node/23149>*

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Inquiry About Invitation Letter for Major Individual Registration
by hong li 21 May '26

21 May '26

Dear RoboCup 2026 Organizing Committee, I would like to inquire about the “Major Individual” registration category. If a faculty member registers as a Major Individual participant and completes the registration payment, would they be eligible to receive an official invitation letter for visa application purposes? Thank you for your time and assistance. Best regards, Hong

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Issue Subscribing to OC Mailing List and Team Jersey Submission
by hong li 21 May '26

21 May '26

Dear Humanoid League Organizing Committee, I hope you are doing well. The deadline for the team jersey design submission is approaching, but I am currently unable to subscribe to the OC mailing list, which prevents me from submitting our design materials. I have already contacted the OC mailing list owner regarding this issue, but unfortunately I have not yet received any response. Since the submission deadline is getting close, I would greatly appreciate your assistance or guidance on how we can complete the jersey design submission in time. Thank you very much for your help. Best regards, Hong, BigHeroX

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Inquiry About Team Jersey Design Submission Format
by 이후석 21 May '26

21 May '26

Dear Humanoid League Organizing Committee, We are KHUBER (Kyung Hee University), participating in the Small Robot Division for the first time at RoboCup 2026. As first-time applicants, we are not yet familiar with the standard practices for some of the submission requirements, and we would like to ask for clarification regarding the jersey submission due June 1st. Specifically, we would like to confirm three points: 1. What exactly should the "jersey design" file contain? For example, is it a flat 2D color mockup of the jersey (front and back views), a 3D render on the robot, a physical photo, or something else? 2. What file format is expected (PDF, PNG, etc.), and should both color variants be combined into a single file or sent separately? 3. Is hsl_tc(a)lists.robocup.org the correct address to send the jersey design files to, or should they be submitted elsewhere? We want to make sure our submission meets the Committee's expectations. Thank you for your guidance, and we look forward to the competition in Incheon. Best regards, Hooseok Lee Team KHUBER, Kyung Hee University

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[RoboCup - humanoid] Registration Confirmation
by Bodee Davis 14 May '26

14 May '26

Dear RoboCup Organizing Committee, I am Bodee Davis, a team member of WolverBot Kickers from the University of Michigan. I am emailing to inform you that despite great time, effort, and dedication from our team members and supporters, we cannot confirm we will be unable to complete a working robot prior to the start of the competition. We would love to be able to send team members to view the event and connect with and meet others in preparation for next year's event. Thank you again for all of your time and help. Best regards, Bodee Davis

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RoboCup Humanoid Soccer League May Newsletter
by Sam Griffiths 13 May '26

13 May '26

Greetings Humanoid Soccer League (HSL) Teams! As we move closer to our historic debut in Incheon, South Korea, we have several critical operational updates for all qualified and participating teams. Please review these five key areas to ensure your team is ready for the pitch this June. 1. Jerseys (Extended Submission Due Date: June 1st) 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 June 1st deadline. 2. The Booster Robotics Robot Pool We are excited to confirm the Booster Robotics Robot Pool for HSL 2026. This initiative supports teams that may not yet have their own full fleet of hardware. Available Models: A pool of K1 and T1 humanoid models will be provided by Booster Robotics. For teams that bring 2 K1 robots, they will be eligible to receive up to 3 robots from the pool. For teams that bring 1 T1 robot, they will be eligible to receive up to 2 robots from the pool. For more information, contact Booster Robotics directly. 3. Shipping Information Logistics planning for transporting your robots to South Korea is now underway. Visit https://2026.robocup.org/news/?q=%2Fnews%2F&mod=document&uid=5 for more information. 4. Updated Penalty Rules: Improving Game Safety and Clarity The penalty system has been restructured to better distinguish between tactical fouls and safety violations. Standard in-game infractions are now signaled with a blue card and result in a time penalty. For more serious concerns involving dangerous behavior that risks damage to the field, participants, or other robots, referees will issue yellow or red cards to specific robots. While yellow cards serve as a warning for high-risk play, a direct red card will be issued at the referee’s discretion if a collision causes actual damage or if there is a high danger of recurrence. These changes ensure a safer environment while keeping the game fluid for all teams. 5. Team Posters Every team is encouraged to bring a physical poster to the competition. Format: Preferred A3 format. A4 and similar US formats are also accepted. The poster must be containing the team’s contribution, focused on the current year, to the RoboCup event to share their contributions with the other teams. Teams are responsible for printing their own posters and bringing them to the competition. Best Regards, Sam Griffiths On behalf of the HSL Technical Committee

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[CFP] Call for Workshops & Tutorials: Humanoids 2026 Conference
by Ross Mead 08 May '26

08 May '26

CALL FOR WORKSHOPS & TUTORIALS: - 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: - Aug. 3, 2026: Workshop/tutorial proposal deadline - Sep. 28, 2026: Notification of workshop/tutorial acceptance/rejection - Dec. 7, 2026: Humanoids 2026 workshops/tutorials — Dear colleagues, We are very pleased to invite you to contribute proposals for half-day or full-day workshops/tutorials to the 2026 IEEE RAS International Conference on Humanoid Robots to be held December 6-9, 2026 in Santa Clara, California, USA. WORKSHOPS & TUTORIALS: The workshop and tutorial sessions are aimed at exploring the frontiers of recent or emerging topics related to humanoid robotics, with relevant topics detailed below. We encourage workshops and tutorials that will promote exchanges and interactions between presenters and participants. Proposals with a diverse set of speakers, including a balance between (i) junior and senior presenters, (ii) genders, (iii) geographic location, (iv) race and ethnicity, and (v) industry and academia, will be preferred. 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. SCHEDULE: 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 workshops/tutorials 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 EXHIBITION: Industry leaders are eager to see your organization’s latest developments, connect, learn, and collaborate. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a strong, in-person impression. For more information contact Hall-Erickson, Inc: humanoids(a)heiexpo.com <HUMANOIDS(a)heiexpo.com> MORE INFORMATION: For more information, please visit the conference contributions webpage ( https://2026.ieee-humanoids.org/call-for-workshops-and-tutorials) or contact the Workshop Chairs: Enrico Mingo Hoffman, Yan Gu, and Rafael Cisneros-Limón (humanoids2026-wt(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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Assistance Needed: Registration Waiver & Team Name Change (Team Mobilio-ZETIN)
by 김민성 01 May '26

01 May '26

Dear RoboCup Organizers, Technical Committee, and fellow teams, I apologize for using the general mailing list for a registration matter, but I am writing to seek urgent assistance. I previously contacted registration(a)robocup.org regarding our CVENT registration but have not yet received a reply. With the early registration deadline (May 4th) fast approaching, I am following up here to ensure we can complete our process on time. My name is Min-seong Kim, the Team Leader representing the University of Seoul in the Humanoid Soccer League (Large Division). We have two pending administrative issues: *1. First-Time Attendee Waiver (Urgent)* As a new team participating in the international RoboCup for the first time, we qualify for the team registration fee waiver. However, in our CVENT portal, the "First Time Attendees" field is currently empty ("–––"), and the system is requesting the standard team registration fee. *2. Team Name Change* We also requested to officially change our registered team name from "ZETIN" to *"Mobilio-ZETIN"*. We are ready to complete our registration and payment, but we are holding off until the waiver is properly applied to our CVENT account. Could anyone from the organizing committee please advise us on how to proceed or help update our status before the May 4th deadline? Thank you very much for your understanding and assistance. Best regards, Min-seong Kim Team Leader, Mobilio-ZETIN University of Seoul

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