The Michigan Tech Robotics Initiative brings together faculty, students, and laboratories from across the university to advance robotics research, education, and innovation. By fostering collaboration across disciplines, the initiative connects foundational robotics technologies with diverse application domains, including archaeology, mining and environmental engineering, renewable energy, agricultural and industrial automation, advanced manufacturing, and sustainability. Serving as a unifying platform, the initiative accelerates the development and deployment of intelligent robotic systems that address real-world challenges while preparing the next generation of robotics researchers and practitioners.
Mission:
To foster interdisciplinary collaboration in robotics research and education at Michigan Tech by uniting faculty, students, and laboratories across diverse application domains. The Robotics Initiative advances the development, secure deployment, and ethical integration of intelligent robotic systems, addressing critical challenges across industry, infrastructure, and society, while emphasizing cybersecurity, safety, and responsible innovation.
Vision:
Vision: To establish Michigan Tech as a leader in collaborative, application-driven robotics research and education, where advances in robotics, cybersecurity, and ethical frameworks enable trustworthy, resilient, and socially responsible robotic systems. Through impact-driven research and inclusive education, the initiative empowers transformative solutions in manufacturing, mining, agriculture, sustainability, renewable energy, environmental stewardship, and beyond.
Rollout Event:
January 27th, 2026
12:00PM - 1:00PM
Memorial Union Building - Alumni Lounge
*Lunch Provided*
