Autonomous Robotics, Built by Students
Preparing students for industry through practical application. We design, build, and operate autonomous robots for NASA's Lunabotics Challenge at Kennedy Space Center.
Who We Are
Bender ARS is a student-run, cross-disciplinary robotics program at Boise State University. Students from every major design, build, and operate autonomous robots that compete in NASA's Lunabotics Challenge.
Our program bridges mechanical engineering, software development, and project management, giving students hands-on experience that directly translates to industry careers.
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Return to Kennedy Space Center for the next Lunabotics competition cycle with an improved robot design and expanded capabilities.
Meet the Teams
Navigation
Autonomous pathfinding and obstacle avoidance
Chassis
Structural framework and body design
Regolith
Excavation and material handling systems
Drivetrain
Power transmission and mobility systems
Project Management
Timeline, budget, and team coordination
Technical Marketing
Documentation, outreach, and presentation
Build Robots. Gain Experience. Compete at NASA.
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