Skilling@ARTPARK

Robotics Challenge

ARTPARK's Robotics Challenge 2021-22, required a robot to demonstrate janitorial tasks that would be typically performed in a washroom. The tasks were limited to clearing any rubbish that may be on the floor followed by cleaning the washbasin and the washbasin counter using a sanitizing liquid finally, the robot would also mop the floor of the restroom. The robot was given a brief opportunity to scout out the restroom area so that it can assess the environment and create a representation of it for planning and navigation purposes. The challenge was rolled out to all colleges across India, in the midst of the pandemic and yet the response we received from students was overwhelming. 136 applications were received out of which 30 teams qualified for Stage II, and finally, 4 teams qualified for the finals. The Finals were held on 13th and 14th May 2022 at JN Tata Auditorium, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore.