The Competition
The BEST competition was created by two Texas Intruments engineers in 1993. The first competition only included 14 schools. Since then, however, the competition has grown substantially and now includes over 850 schools and 18,000 students around the country.
Every year, BEST designs a new challenge for high school students to tackle. Each school is provided with a kit of materials. The teams are restricted to this kit and cannot use any other materials to build with. The kits usually include PVC, wood, motors, screws, and other miscellaneous items.
The goal of BEST is to encourage high school sudents in the field of engineering, science, and technology. Through the season, students find out what a career in engineering is like and find practical uses for math and physics. They also acquire life skills in leadership, decision making, and communication.
Wichita Homeschool Robotics is excited to participate in the lunar robotics challenge, where our team will design and deploy a robot to navigate the moon’s low gravity and harsh environment. Our mission involves constructing the Hoberman Habitat Site within the Central Basin Crater, collaborating with other teams to ensure seamless communication and data sharing. Equipped with advanced technology, our robot will autonomously navigate varied terrains, perform essential tasks like mining and construction, and endure long lunar nights with a reliable power supply. We are honored to contribute to humanity’s journey towards a multi-planetary civilization and are ready to rise to the challenge!
