Contest Overview
HRC – First Edition is a national robotics competition organized by AiTWobo. It brings together students, innovators, and future engineers to design, build, and present robotic systems that solve real-world problems through a structured engineering process.
Challenge Statement
Participants must create a robotic solution capable of addressing challenges such as automation, mobility, environmental monitoring, or smart assistance, with a focus on innovation and reliability.
Objectives
Functional Robot Development
Teams must design and build a fully functional robotic system capable of performing defined tasks reliably and efficiently.
Real-World Problem Solving
Participants are encouraged to develop robotic solutions that address practical challenges in areas such as automation, mobility, environment, healthcare, agriculture, or smart assistance.
Engineering Application
Teams must apply core engineering principles including system design, mechanical integration, electronics, and structured problem-solving throughout the project.
Electronics & Hardware Integration
Participants should integrate sensors, controllers, motors, power systems, and other electronic components into a complete robotic platform.
Intelligent System Design
Projects should demonstrate intelligent behaviors through programming, automation, data processing, or decision-making capabilities.
Innovation & Creativity
The competition promotes original thinking and innovative approaches to robotics design, functionality, and impact.
Teamwork & Collaboration
Participants must work collaboratively by assigning roles, managing responsibilities, and coordinating project development effectively.
Technical Skill Development
The championship aims to strengthen participant skills in robotics, coding, electronics, prototyping, testing, and engineering documentation.
Prototype Testing & Reliability
Teams are expected to test, debug, optimize, and improve their systems to ensure stability, safety, and performance under competition conditions.
Communication & Presentation
Participants must clearly present their project objectives, development process, technical implementation, and results to judges and audiences.
Research & Experimentation
The competition encourages research-driven development, experimentation, iterative improvements, and engineering analysis.
STEM Promotion in Haiti
HRC seeks to promote science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education while supporting the growth of robotics innovation in Haiti.
Future Innovator Development
The championship aims to inspire future engineers, innovators, entrepreneurs, and technology leaders through hands-on robotics experiences.
Social & Industrial Impact
Projects should demonstrate potential value or impact for communities, industries, education, sustainability, or everyday life.
Contest Phases
Idea Proposal
scheduled
October 3, 2026 – October 15, 2026 · Time TBA
Submit concept, objectives, and expected impact.
Design Phase
scheduled
October 16, 2026 – October 31, 2026 · Time TBA
Blueprints, architecture, BOM, and safety plan.
Prototyping
scheduled
November 7, 2026 – December 31, 2026 · Time TBA
Build and test subsystems, then iterate quickly.
Final Build
scheduled
January 2, 2027 – February 28, 2027 · Time TBA
Integration, reliability tests, and documentation.
Global Showcase
scheduled
March 6, 2027 – June 5, 2027 · Time TBA
Present to judges and audience with demo, Q&A, and scoring.
Contest Days
Multi-day schedule with day-pass tickets for non-team participants.
Day 1
September 5, 2026
Team Orientation & Formation
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ·
Onboarding participants, introducing the competition, forming teams, and assigning roles.
Participant Check-in
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Registration, badge distribution, and onboarding.
Opening & Competition Overview
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Introduction to competition structure, rules, phases, and expectations.
Team Formation & Role Assignment
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Teams are formed and roles assigned.
Meal / Break Time
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Meal and rest period.
Mentor Networking
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Teams meet mentors and discuss initial ideas.
Project Brainstorming
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Initial ideation aligned with the competition theme.
Day Pass
Free
This day is restricted to registered team members only. Public day-pass purchase is disabled.
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Day 2
October 3, 2026
Idea Proposal & Concept Review
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ·
Teams define problems, build structured ideas, and validate concepts with mentors.
Problem Definition Workshop
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Identify real-world challenges and align them with robotics solutions.
Idea Drafting Session
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Teams prepare structured proposals.
Meal / Break Time
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Meal and rest period.
Idea Submission
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Submit official proposal.
Concept Review & Feedback
2:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Evaluate feasibility and refine ideas.
Day Pass
Free
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Day 3
November 7, 2026
Development & Mid-Term Review
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ·
Teams begin building prototypes and receive structured feedback.
Prototype Development
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Build initial robot components and systems.
Meal / Break Time
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM
Meal and rest period.
Electronics & Coding Setup
12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Configure sensors, controllers, and software.
Mid-Term Review
2:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Evaluate progress and provide improvements.
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Free
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Day 4
December 5, 2026
Advanced Development & Testing
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ·
System integration, debugging, and performance optimization.
System Integration
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Combine subsystems into a complete robot.
Meal / Break Time
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Meal and rest period.
Testing & Debugging
1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Identify issues and improve system stability.
Performance Optimization
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Improve efficiency and performance.
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Free
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Day 5
January 2, 2027
Finalizing Projects
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ·
Complete builds and prepare presentations.
Final Build Completion
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Finalize robot assembly.
Meal / Break Time
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM
Meal and rest period.
Documentation Update
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Finalize documentation and reports.
Presentation Preparation
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Prepare demo script and slides.
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Free
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Day 6
February 6, 2027
Testing & Practice
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ·
Refine performance and presentation delivery.
Final Submission Review
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Verify all deliverables.
Meal / Break Time
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM
Meal and rest period.
Technical Validation
12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Validate technical compliance.
Team Qualification
2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Confirm eligible teams.
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Free
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Day 7
March 6, 2027
Evaluation & Registration
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ·
Finalize submissions and validate eligibility.
Final Adjustments
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Meal / Break Time
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM
Meal and rest period.
Networking Session
12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Mentor Final Review
2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Day Pass
USD 10.00
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Day 8
April 3, 2027
Preparation & Networking
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ·
Final polishing and networking.
Opening Ceremony
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Project Setup
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Meal / Break Time
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM
Meal and rest period.
Qualification Rounds
12:30 PM – 4:30 PM
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Day 9
May 1, 2027
Competition Launch
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ·
Start competition and run qualifiers.
Final Presentations
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Meal / Break Time
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM
Meal and rest period.
Judges Q&A
12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Scoring Session
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Awards Ceremony
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Day Pass
USD 25.00
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Day 10
June 5, 2027
Finals & Awards
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ·
Final presentations, judging, and awards.
Day Pass
Free
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Team Registration
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5–10
Members / team
10
Team limit
September 30, 2026 · 12:00 AM
Deadline
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Official contest policies
Rules
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- 1. Introduction The Haiti Robotics Championship, organized by AiTWobo, promotes robotics innovation, engineering skills, and collaboration among students and enthusiasts across Haiti. The competition provides a platform to design, build, and present solutions that address real-world challenges within the country.
- 2. Eligibility Participants must be active AiTWobo members or officially registered participants in Haiti. Teams must be based in Haiti and represent a local chapter, school, or community. Participants under the age of 18 must provide consent from a parent or legal guardian.
- 3. Team Composition Teams must consist of 3 to 6 members. Each team must appoint one Team Leader responsible for coordination. At least one member must handle programming and software development.
- 4. Competition Format Teams must complete the official annual robotics challenge. Required submissions include: Design files and system architecture Source code with documentation Demo video demonstrating functionality The competition includes local evaluations leading to the national finals.
- 5. Code of Conduct Participants must maintain respectful and professional behavior. Any form of plagiarism or copied work will result in disqualification. Unfair collaboration between competing teams is prohibited.
- 6. Judging Criteria Projects will be evaluated based on: Innovation — 25% Technical Execution — 25% Collaboration & Teamwork — 20% Impact within the community — 20% Presentation Quality — 10%
- 7. Awards The competition recognizes excellence through: Haiti Robotics Champion Best Innovation Award Best Engineering Design Award Best Presentation Award Regional Excellence Awards (Haiti Chapters)
- 8. Disqualification A team may be disqualified for: Violating eligibility or team composition rules Submitting plagiarized or falsified work Engaging in offensive or unethical behavior Failing to submit required materials before deadlines
What teams must submit
Deliverables
- Participants must create a robotic solution capable of addressing challenges such as automation, mobility, environmental monitoring, or smart assistance, with a focus on innovation and reliability.
Awards and recognition
Prizes
Prize information will be announced soon.
How projects are evaluated
Judging Criteria
Innovation
25.00%Max score: 25.00
Technical Execution
25.00%Max score: 25.00
Collaboration
20.00%Max score: 20.00
Impact
20.00%Max score: 20.00
Presentation
10.00%Max score: 10.00
Review panel
Jury Members
Jury members will be announced soon.
Materials and support
Resources, Kit & Food
Resources
Resources will be added soon.
Kit Items
Kit item details will be announced soon.
Food / Breaks
Food and break information will be announced soon.