DPRG will hold its 30th Roborama competition on May 23, 2026. The competition consists of six classic DPRG contests. It is an event that allows roboticists of all skill levels to compete for prizes and bragging rights.
The competition contests are:
- Quick Trip – Robots drive in a straight line to a location and return to their starting point.
- Four Corners – Robots travel around a large square shaped course attempting to return exactly to their starting location.
- Line Following – Robots follow a black line around a track with twists and turns. The level being run this year is advanced.
- Mini Sumo – Robots attempt to push their opponent out of a circular arena using power and strategy. Robots are limited to 500gm weight and 10cm x 10cm size.
- Barrel Racing – Robots run against time navigating around a triangular course of 3 orange cans, similar to the rodeo competition.
- Six Can – Robots race to remove 6 cans from an arena
The schedule, rules, and all other details can be found at the Roborama 2026 webpage.
This annual event is always a lot of fun, even as a spectator. Everyone is welcome.