DARPA Robotics Challenge

The DARPA Robotics Challenge was a competition organized by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to advance robotic technologies for disaster response. Launched in 2013, it invited teams from around the world to develop robots capable of performing complex tasks in environments unsafe for humans, like responding to natural disasters. Participants designed robots that could navigate obstacles, operate tools, and communicate effectively. The challenge aimed to enhance robotic capabilities, promote innovation, and ultimately improve how robots can assist in emergency situations, showcasing the potential of robotics in life-saving applications.