Publications

Deep-dive research, podcast episodes, and live briefings analyzing the critical technology battlegrounds.

TECHNOLOGIES
YEAR
The Robot Deficit: Diagnosing the U.S.-China Competition in Robotics for Advanced Manufacturing
New ReleaseMARCH 2026

The Robot Deficit: Diagnosing the U.S.-China Competition in Robotics for Advanced Manufacturing

Evaluating the role of autonomous systems and robotics in shaping the future of advanced manufacturing and national security competition.

UpcomingQ1 2026

Quantum

Analyzing the race for quantum advantage, error correction, and cryptography.

NOTIFY ME
UpcomingQ1 2026

Autonomous Vehicles

Evaluating how autonomous vehicle technology is reshaping transportation and national security.

NOTIFY ME
Newsletter
OCTOBER 2024

Will the United States or China Lead in Humanoid Robotics?

Humanoid robots are billed as the next leap in advanced manufacturing. While China has established a formidable lead in commercial models and mass production, the U.S. still has a window of opportunity to catch up. Read the deep dive.

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AI+ Robotics Summit
Event
OCTOBER 2024

AI+ Robotics Summit

The AI+ Robotics Summit convened leading experts across industry, academia, and government to discuss the convergence of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics.

Podcast
FEBRUARY 2025

Memos to the President: Robotics

In our eleventh episode, SCSP's Abigail Kukura and Brady Helwig highlight the key objectives of the newest Memo to the President about a National Robotics Strategy for the new Trump Administration.

Podcast
FEBRUARY 2025

Memos to the President: Advanced Manufacturing

In our Episode 13, SCSP's Addis Goldman and Brady Helwig highlight the key objectives of the newest Memo to the President all about revitalizing U.S. advanced manufacturing capabilities in a new Trump Administration.

Welcome to the Arena
Report
JAN 2025

Welcome to the Arena

Who’s Ahead, Who’s Behind, and Where We Are Headed Next in the U.S.-China Technology Competition.

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Harnessing the New Geometry of Innovation
Report
NOV 2022

Harnessing the New Geometry of Innovation

A comprehensive assessment of the platforms and technologies shaping U.S. competitiveness in the era of strategic technology competition.

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