Robotics Projects – Sumo, Fighter, Maze Solver & Line Follower Robots
Competitive robotics design, control, and automation systems developed for national competitions
A series of competitive robotics projects built during 2016:
- Mechanical design, embedded control, and sensor-based automation.
- Built for national and inter-university competitions across Bangladesh,
- Showcasing rapid prototyping and real-time control strategies.
🏆 Competition Highlights
| Year | Competition | Event | Achievement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Techfest, Independent University Bangladesh | Fighter Robot | 🥇 Champion |
| 2016 | Technovanza, IEEE NSU Student Branch | Sumo Robot | 🥉 2nd Runner-Up |
| 2016 | Various university workshops & internal contests | Line Follower | Finalist/Exhibition |
⚙️ Overview
- Fighter Robot – Champion, Techfest 2016, Independent University, Bangladesh
Built a robust wheeled combat robot with torque-optimized DC motors and custom blade actuation, winning first place among national participants. - Sumo Robot – 3rd Place, Technovanza 2016 (IEEE NSU Student Branch)
Built a fully autonomous sumo robot with real-time sensor feedback and weight-balanced chassis control. - Line Follower Robots –
Developed autonomous path-finding and PID-controlled navigation systems for internal workshops and competitions.
Our champion team from SUST Robotics after winning national robofight competitions, TechFest 2016.
Participated in 10+ national robotics competitions across Bangladesh, earning top recognitions for design, speed, and control innovation.
Robots built for national competitions: (Left) RoboFight, (Middle) Sumo, (Right) Line Follower.
🧩 Technical Highlights
- Control System: Arduino-based motion control with ultrasonic, IR, and reflectance sensors
- Chassis Design: Lightweight acrylic, PVC and aluminum hybrid structure for speed and torque balance
- Algorithms: Real-time obstacle detection, and PID tuning
- Power System: High-discharge Li-Po batteries for sustained competitive performance
- Circuit Fabrication: Used Proteus for circuit design and handmade PCBs using photopaper printed mask and Fe3O4 etch process
📰 Media Feature
Our robotics journey was featured in the Kaler Kantho National Daily (Bangladesh), recognizing the creativity and success of the SUST Robotics Team. Read the full feature here:👉 “টেক ফেস্ট সেরা” The Best in Tech Fest – Kaler Kantho (Nov 22, 2016)
🔧 Tools & Components
- Microcontrollers: Arduino Uno / Mega
- Actuators: High-torque DC and servo motors
- Sensors: Ultrasonic, IR modules
- Design Tools: Proteus
- Programming: C/C++, embedded control logic