SMi Group is pleased to announce Military Robotics 2012, which will be held in London on 12 & 13 November 2012.This must-attend event aims to explore the fascinating world of robotics and its increasing demand to serve military purposes, drawing on case studies of current systems utilised in military operations. Join key industry experts to assess the emerging global market in terms of procurement of Unmanned and Autonomous Vehicles and explore the cutting edge research & development programs paving the way for future integration.Military Robotics 2012 will go above & beyond in mapping the developments of unmanned & autonomous ground & underwater vehicles, as well as identifying key capability requirements, to be presented by military experts.Due to the fast-paced development of robotic systems and the increasing demand for their integration into many aspects of society, we have seen a rise in debates and discussion facilitated around the ethical and legal implications. The conference will also seek to encourage discussion on the issues of building a fleet of armed robots and utilising them for fighting an 'Unmanned War' as well as the ethical issues of artificial intelligence.Don’t miss this unique opportunity to understand the future of such technologies and their integration into various domains!HEAR FROM A LINE-UP OF INTERNATIONAL EXPERTS:Hugo Rosemont, Policy Adviser- Security and Resillience, ADSNoel Sharkey, Computer Science and Engineering, Sheffield UniversityLieutenant Colonel Sandor Zsiros, Head of Technology Department, NATO EOD COELieutenant Ian Scattergood, Explosive Ordianance Engineering, UK Defence AcademyDr. Bill Powers, Research Fellow, Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory KEY REASONS TO ATTEND:Gain insight into the future of robotics and their increased integration into military platforms Receive an update on military funded development programsLearn about the increased transitional use of military robotics for homeland security and counter-terror operations Explore the key developments of Unmanned and Autonomous technologies for cross sector military domains Discover the critical evaluations presented in relation to the emergence of increasingly weaponised RoboticsNetwork with key industry professionals within the robotics fieldPLUS – Don’t miss our post-conference workshop, taking place on 14th November:Better Bomb Disposal: How emerging Military Robotics may improve capability & reduce the threat to EOD teams9.00am - 1.00pmHosted by: Advanced Robotic Technology BOOKING INFORMATIONVisit our website for more information.Contact Teri Arri: +44 (0) 20 7827 6162 SPONSORSHIPSMi Group offers excellent opportunities to profile your company through tailored sponsorship and branding packages.Contact Darren Moore: +44 (0) 20 7827 6148