Farhad Aghayev, PhD researcher at The University of Edinburgh, will delve into AI-driven perception and learning, imbuing learnt experience from uncertain and dynamic environments into robotics development.
Robotics & Automation Exhibition returns to the NEC Birmingham (Halls 6 & 7) on 18–19 March 2026 and is expected to attract more than 11,000 visitors from manufacturing, logistics and engineering-led sectors, with more than 250 exhibitors and 60+ conference sessions across the show.
The exhibition is co-located with IntraLogisteX and the Sustainable Supply Chain Exhibition, alongside the new Fulfilment & Last Mile Expo, bringing multiple parts of the end-to-end operations and supply chain technology landscape together under one roof.
Farhad Aghayev’s session, titled, “AI-Driven Perception and Learning in Uncertain and Dynamic Environments”, will take place Robotics & Automation Theatre on Wednesday 18 March (10:40–11:00).
In his talk, Aghayev will dissect the difficulties of implementing AI – particularly in robot environments that are still in formative development – and how to effectively utilise its benefits to unlock growth potential.
The talk will consist of:
- Modelling perception and decision-making under uncertainty in AI systems
- Learning and adaptation mechanisms for dynamic robotic environments
- Translating cognitive-inspired AI models into practical robotics applications
For businesses that have a strong automation ambition but feel stuck at the “where do we start?” stage, this is exactly the kind of session that can de-mystify the route to action.
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Aghayev is a PhD researcher at the University of Edinburgh, working on Quantitative Modelling of Cognitive Functions Using Artificial Intelligence.
His research lies at the intersection of AI, cognitive science, and robotics, with a focus on perception, learning, and decision-making under uncertainty in dynamic environments.
Aghayev develops computational models and intelligent systems inspired by human cognition, with applications to autonomous systems, human–robot interaction, and real-world decision-making in complex settings.
Aghayev’s presentation forms part of a two-day Robotics & Automation Theatre agenda spanning AI for robotics, flexible automation, robot manipulation, RPA delivery lessons and sustainability-focused robotics, alongside panels on UK adoption challenges and case study-led sessions from industry and research speakers.
Day one includes sessions on reconfigurable robot cell design using ROS 2, robotic manipulation and digital twins and a panel discussion exploring why the UK trails in robotics and what a practical adoption roadmap looks like.
Day two continues with talks focused on AI-driven perception in uncertain environments, smarter warehouse decision-making and the competitive consequences of delaying automation.
Join more than 11,000+ industry professionals at Robotics & Automation Exhibition on 18–19 March 2026 at the NEC Birmingham to explore cutting-edge technologies, connect with peers and discover the latest innovations shaping manufacturing, engineering and logistics. Register for free to secure your place.
