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MathWorks Minidrone Competition

Switzerland 2024 | Basel, Switzerland

    Learn how to develop an autonomous minidrone line follower and develop key skills like Model-Based Design relevant to the industry—all while having fun using drones!

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Switzerland 2024 Competition Details

Round 1 | Simulation

Develop path planning, image processing, and control systems for a minidrone line follower in simulations

Round 2 | Deployment

Deploy algorithms designed during the simulation round to a Parrot Mambo minidrone.

Round 2 to take place at Swiss Robotics Day 2024 In Basel, Switzerland

This competition is open to students from universities/institutes in Switzerland.

Get Ready to Fly

1. Apply to receive all the competition materials. 

2. Watch the MathWorks Minidrone Competition video series to better understand the competition details.

3. Review the competition rules and guidelines.

4. Complete MATLAB Onramp, Simulink Onramp, and Stateflow Onramp courses before starting to work on your algorithm.

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Competition Timeline

Task Deadline
Application 15-Sept-2024
Simulation Submission 05-Oct-2024
Finalist Declaration 12-Oct-2024
Final Round 01-Nov-2024

No participation fees

Free self-paced tutorials

Complimentary MathWorks software

MathWorks Minidrones Competition Video Series