BitRobot to host 3 robotics grand challenges at IROS 2026 with 50+ research teams
micoolcho · x · 2026-09-24
BitRobot Network is organizing three Grand Challenges at IROS 2026 in Pittsburgh with 50+ research teams: autonomous navigation (Earth Rover), dexterity via origami folding, and loco-manipulation via IKEA assembly, with partners including Sharpa Robotics, Lightwheel AI, and Unitree Robotics. Micool Cho notes conference competitions are essentially real-world evals done in person.
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