Robotics & Embedded Systems Hackathon — Hackathon

About This Hackathon

The Robotics & Embedded Systems Hackathon challenges engineers and makers to build autonomous robots, smart sensors, and embedded control systems. Participants will use microcontrollers, real-time OS, and computer vision to bring physical machines to life. Hardware kits are provided to all registered teams.

Themes & Problem Statements

Autonomous Navigation, Computer Vision for Robotics, Industrial Automation, Smart Sensors, ROS 2

Prize Breakdown

$7,000 for 1st, $4,000 for 2nd, $2,000 for 3rd, $1,000 for most creative sensor use

Rules & Guidelines

Teams must request hardware kits at least 2 weeks in advance. Autonomous features must be demonstrated live. Safety protocols must be followed at all times. No weaponized robots or mechanisms capable of causing harm.

Resources Provided

Arduino Mega kits, Raspberry Pi 4 units, OpenCV tutorials, ROS 2 Humble environment, LiDAR sensor kits for finalists

Schedule

Reg. Opens 26 May 2026

Reg. Closes 15 Jun 2026

Hack Starts 20 Jun 2026

Hack Ends 28 Jun 2026

Results 04 Jul 2026

Participation

Team Size 2 – 4 members

Max Teams 60

Eligibility Students and Professionals

Tech Stack

C/C++ Python ROS 2 Arduino Raspberry Pi OpenCV MQTT FreeRTOS Gazebo Simulator

Location

San Jose, California, United States

Organizer

RoboNation Labs

Tyler Morrison

Registration Closed

Closed on 15 Jun 2026

4 registered · 1 pending View All

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