Automation 2013, the 12th International Conference on Automation Technology, will be held at Kun-Shan University (KSU), Yong-kang, Tainan, Taiwan, R.O.C. during November 1-3, 2013. Organized by the Chinese Institute of Automation Engineers (CIAE) and KSU, this biennial conference aims at bringing together researchers and practitioners in the broad area of automation technology to exchange their latest findings, foster new ideas, and promote fellowship. Papers with new research results on all aspects of automation are encouraged for submission