National Center for AI Robotics
About National Center for AI Robotics
To establish the National Center for AI Robotics (NCAIR) under the National Institutes of Applied Research (NIAR), integrating domestic and international industry-academia-research ecosystems in AI robotics. The Center aims to develop frontier technologies, establish shared research infrastructure, and cultivate a new generation of system-capable startups — driving Taiwan's robotics industry toward global competitiveness.
Mission
Cross-Disciplinary Research
Build an interdisciplinary AI robotics research platform to advance frontier technology development and system integration.
Knowledge Sharing
Establish mechanisms for talent development and knowledge sharing to strengthen Taiwan’s robotics research capabilities.
Collaborative Innovation
Promote joint innovation across industry, academia, and research institutions to accelerate breakthroughs in core robotics technologies and their real-world deployment.
Global Leadership
Connect Taiwan with emerging robotics ecosystems worldwide and strengthen Taiwan’s role as a global leader in AI robotics.
News
2026.10.12
NCAIR Holds Smart Robotics Technical Seminar Series in Taichung
Exploring Robot Navigation, Vision-Language Models, Physical AI, Digital Twins, and AI Infrastructure
2026.09.01
Advancing National-Level Robotics Testbeds through International Exchange with the RTF
On 1 September 2026, the National Center for AI Robotics (NCAIR) visited the Fukushima Robot Test Field (RTF), a major robotics R&D and demonstration facility in Japan, as part of ongoing efforts to plan and develop robotics testing and validation testbeds. The visit was hosted by Prof. Shinji Suzuki, Director of RTF, Professor Emeritus at the University of Tokyo, and President of the Japan UAS Industrial Development Association (JUIDA), together with members of the RTF team.
2026.06.21
NIAR Delegation Visits Germany and the UK to Advance Global Collaboration in Smart Robotics
To connect with Europe's leading smart robotics research capabilities, NCAIR conducted an exchange visit to Germany and the United Kingdom from June 21 to 28, 2026. During the visit, the delegation engaged with several internationally renowned robotics research institutions to gain insights into the latest trends in smart vehicles and robotics technologies, while establishing international connections and opening new opportunities for future technical exchanges and collaborative partnerships.
2026.04.10
National Center for AI Robotics Officially Inaugurated
The National Center for AI Robotics (NCAIR) was officially established under the National Institutes of Applied Research (NAIR) to bring together robotics expertise and resources from industry, academia, and research institutions in Taiwan and abroad, while strengthening Taiwan’s intelligent robotics innovation ecosystem.
2025.08.01
Inauguration of the NCAIR Preparatory Office
The NCAIR Preparatory Office was officially inaugurated, representing a milestone in Taiwan's intelligent technology development.