ATE Events — May 2026

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AUVSI XPO

https://ncatech.org/events/auvsi-epo/

(4 days)

Huntington Place1 Washington BlvdDetroitMI48226

Where autonomy meets action. Join the global community advancing uncrewed and robotic systems across air, land, sea, and space — live in the heart of American innovation.

XPONENTIAL brings together the full spectrum of the uncrewed ecosystem into one connected environment. In Detroit, perspectives will converge, real-world challenges will be compared, and collaboration will accelerate progress from concept to deployment.

  • See emerging technologies alongside proven, ready-to-deploy solutions
  • Learn how teams in your sector are approaching integration and scaling
  • Gain clarity on the partners, products, and pathways that support your next step

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Mentor-Connect Webinar: NSF ATE Proposal Budget and Budget Justification

https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__Cm1HsVPR5uaC28SOz-Dog#/registration

Online

This webinar will include topics on how to prepare a budget for your NSF ATE grant, what to include in each budget category, and how to prepare a budget justification. There will be information on how to align the budget and project description, and how to avoid common errors.

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Joint Community of Practice

https://www.nextgenmfg.org/event-details/ncngm-joint-community-of-practice

Online

A collaboration between the National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing (NCNGM), the National Applied Artificial Intelligence Consortium (NAAIC), and the Advanced Manufacturing Technical Education Collaborative (AMTEC), all funded by the National Science Foundation!

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AMTEC Institute for Industry 4.0 Innovation

https://forms.gle/tmEo21uHqiqrw47H9

(2 days)

1501 Frederica StreetOwensboroKentucky42301

Empower Your Teaching. Elevate Industry 4.0 Skills. Join this immersive two-day experience designed specifically for manufacturing instructors and faculty at high schools, community and technical colleges, and universities. Gain practical, hands-on expertise with cutting-edge Industry 4.0 technologies and proven strategies you can immediately apply in your classroom.

Sessions Include:

  • Industry 4.0 Concepts and Training
  • Artificial Intelligence and Augmented/Virtual Reality
  • Competency-Based Education and Funding Resources

View Training Agenda: https://amtecworkforce.org/amtec-institute-for-industry-4-0-innovation-ai3/training-agenda

Reception evening before the training on May 18, 2026 from 5pm to 7pm to network with fellow instructors and trainers.

Bonus: Travel assistance and stipends are available to instructors who complete the program. Virtual Community-of-Practice sessions will provide continued guidance and share best practices from industry experts and educational peers.

Learn more by visiting this website: https://amtecworkforce.org/amtec-institute-for-industry-4-0-innovation-ai3/

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Balancing Rigor and Feasibility in ATE Evaluation

https://csb9c.share.hsforms.com/2XyzZIButS7OcBpjUVmjXKw

Online

ATE evaluators and project team leaders will share how they make evaluation decisions that balance rigor with feasibility. Participants will discuss choices around methods, data collection, and analysis while working within real constraints of time, staffing, and resources. The conversation will highlight practical decision-making, thoughtful tradeoffs, and approaches that help keep evaluation both useful and sustainable in real project contexts.

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Advanced Robot Drone League Educator Workshop

https://ncatech.org/events/advanced-robot-drone-league-educator-workshop/

(5 days)

ETSU Valleybrook122 Pickens RoadKingsportTN37663

This is a build from scratch workshop specific to the Robot Drone League (RDL) initative that is designed for middle and high school educators. RDL is an innovative educational program aimed at inspiring and empowering young individuals through exciting STEM challenges involving robots and drones. RDL goes beyond conventional education by nurturing a wide range of skills, fostering innovation, and addressing real-world issues through a transformative influence on shaping the future workforce.

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Dayton Digital Summit 2026

https://ncatech.org/events/dayton-digital-summit-2026/

(3 days)

Sinclair Conference Center444 W. Third StreetDaytonOH45402

This year’s summit will explore the crucial advancements in next-generation technologies, including, but not limited to, digital engineering, Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), cybersecurity, and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS). 

Digital Transformation Summit draws over 500 nationwide leaders and researchers at the intersection of Engineering, Manufacturing, Defense, Aerospace, Artificial Intelligence, Cyber-Physical Systems, and the transformative potential of cross-sector collaboration in shaping our future.

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Advanced Underwater ROV Educator Workshop

https://ncatech.org/events/advanced-underwater-rov-educator-workshop/

(5 days)

ETSU Valleybrook122 Pickens RoadKingsportTN37663

This is a build from scratch workshop that is specific to the MATE (Marine Advanced Technology Education) competition initiative and is designed for middle and high school educators and their students. 

Participants will join a week long professional development and complete a fully functional and advanced Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV). This workshop is led by former MATE World Champion Team Coach and Mentor, Ned Voorhees.

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