UCIMU-SISTEMI PER PRODURRE, the association representing Italian manufacturers of machine tools, robots, and automation systems, together with the UCIMU Foundation and EFIM-ENTE FIERE ITALIANE MACCHINE, the organizers of the 34.BI-MU event, are delighted to introduce ROBOTGAMES, with the backing of the Fiera Milano Foundation.
ROBOTGAMES is a fresh robotics and automation competition aimed at inspiring young students from scientific high schools, technical-technological institutes, and professional schools. It encourages them to explore the creation of robot automation prototypes applicable to the industrial world. The contest focuses on engaging teams of young individuals from upper secondary schools (enrolled in scientific high schools, technical-technological institutes, and professional institutes).
Each team, led by a teacher, must consist of 2 to 5 students. Prototypes aiming to compete in ROBOTGAMES must integrate at least two technical disciplines, such as mechanics, automation, electronics, physics, and mathematics-informatics. They should be capable of executing various tasks and responding to diverse commands, such as moving objects, detecting elements in the field, and navigating in space.
A fundamental requirement for a prototype to qualify for the competition is its potential for industrial application. UCIMU Academy promotes ROBOTGAMES, an initiative by UCIMU-SISTEMI PER PRODURRE, which aims to introduce young individuals to the manufacturing industry. This industry is currently undergoing a digital transformation.
In 2024, ROBOTGAMES will debut, sponsored by the UCIMU Foundation and with the contribution of the Fiera Milano Foundation. This debut will coincide with the 34th edition of BI-MU, the international biennial exhibition for machine tools, robotics, automation, digital, and additive manufacturing. The final stage of the ROBOTGAMES contest will be held during the 34.BI-MU, scheduled from 9 to 12 October at fieramilano Rho.
Alongside the trade show, which will showcase machines and production systems across 8 exhibition themes, including RobotHeart for robots, piùAdditive for additive manufacturing, and BI-MU Digital for digital technologies, there will be a special project dedicated to education, with ROBOTGAMES as its highlight. On Friday, the 11th of October, the final stage will feature a competition among the top 10 projects submitted.
This event will take place in a specially designated area for ROBOTGAMES, located within one of the halls at 34.BI-MU. A judging committee will then select the top three winners, who will be honored during a special ceremony in the BI-MUpiù Arena at 34.BI-MU on Saturday, the 12th of October. The prizes, totaling 20,000 euros and provided by EFIM-ENTE FIERE ITALIANE MACCHINE, will be divided among the three winning teams.