Robotic autonomy is the focus of Microsoft's Applied Robotics Research Group, part of Microsoft Research, which develops AI-driven frameworks, the Azure Robotics Platform, and Robot Operating System (ROS) integrations for industrial, logistics, and healthcare uses. Operating from Redmond, Washington, with contributions from global teams including India (Bengaluru), the group's key outputs include reinforcement-learning models for robotic manipulation, Project AirSim for drone simulation, and Azure-based fleet-management tools. It collaborates with partners such as NVIDIA and Universal Robots, integrating Azure IoT and AI for smart factories.