HKU Robocon Team
About us
We are a robotic team formed in 2004 to represent HKU to participate in the ABU robocon competition. We have won the championship 4 times, been the 1st runner-up 6 times, and the 2nd runner-up 5 times in local competitions over the past 20 years. We were also the 1st runner-up once in an international competition. Our members mainly come from the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering and Department of Computer Science. We also welcome students not from Engineering Faculty to join us as long as you are passionate and willing to work hard in robotics.
About ABU Robocon Competition
ABU Robocon competition is an annual competition held among colleges in the Asian-Oceanic region, with different countries hosting it each year. The host country determines the game rules, which vary annually and often draw inspiration from a local sport or game. Participating teams build two robots and engage in competitive matches against other teams to gain points. Regional competition winners have the opportunity to represent their country abroad in the international event hosted by the selected country.
Team insights
In our team, members are mainly separated into 3 streams according to their skillset:
- Software Team : Focus on control theories and Robot Operating System (ROS)
- Motor control
- Computer vision
- Mindset of software design
- Programming sensors and actuators
- Electronics Team : Focus on electronic design, circuit theories, MCU firmware programming and master the use of PCB CAD software
- Soldering
- PCB designing
- Circuit theories
- MCU programming
- Mechanical Design :
Focus on mechanical design, manufacturing and assembling robots.
- Use of Solidworks
- Use of manufacturing technology and tools
- Assembling and maintenance of robot
For new recruits, after the completing the Student Initiated Course, new members will be seperated into 3 streams. Further training will be provided. Further training are mainly focused on things that are highly dedicated to our team.
Those who could endure our intensive training scheme and passed the final test will be admitted into our team and take part in Robocon 2024 Contest.
