UIU RESCUE
ROVER TEAM
THE NEWBORN CONVICTION OF SHAPING POSSIBILITIES IN RESCUE
WE INNOVATE AT THE RESCUE SCALE. Advancing rescue robotics research in Bangladesh to build high-quality robotic systems and represent internationally at RoboCup Rescue 2026.
REAL MISSIONS • REAL INNOVATION • REAL IMPACT
INITIALIZING RESCUE SYSTEMS
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OUR VISION
Advancing rescue robotics in Bangladesh to shape the future of emergency response
BUILDING THE NEXT GENERATION OF RESCUE SYSTEMS
The UIU Rescue Rover Team (URRT) is dedicated to advancing rescue robotics research in Bangladesh. Our mission is to develop high-quality autonomous robotic systems capable of operating in disaster zones and to represent Bangladesh internationally
From autonomous navigation stacks to modular manipulator arms, every component we engineer is driven by one goal: saving lives through intelligent robotics.
OUR PARTNERS & SUPPORTERS
Collaborating with industry leaders and academic institutions to advance rescue robotics technology
RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT PARTNERS
ACADEMIC SUPPORTERS
Supported by our academic home at United International University and the Center for Artificial Intelligence Research, providing research facilities, mentorship, and institutional backing.
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MISSION TIMELINE
Team Formation
September 2024
URRT was established with a vision to advance rescue robotics in Bangladesh.
First Prototype Zugbee X1
January 2025
Completed our first rescue rover X1 prototype with basic mobility and sensor systems.
RoboCup Rescue 2026
Upcoming
Preparing to represent Bangladesh.
Final Rescue Rover
January 2026
Fully Workable
Preparing TDP and TPF
3rd March
Ready paper for Team Description and completing the team participation form
TARGETED GLOBAL ROBOTICS CHALLENGES
Our roadmap to compete on the world stage and push the boundaries of rescue robotics
ROBOCUP RESCUE
The world's premier competition for urban search and rescue robots. Teams develop robots capable of operating in complex disaster scenarios to save lives.
OUR ACHIEVEMENTS
Celebrating milestones that define our journey in space robotics
2ND RUNNER-UP POSITION
BEAR Summit and National Semiconductor Symposium 2025
At the BEAR Summit 2025, the UIU Mars Rover Team (UMRT) achieved remarkable success, securing the 2nd Runner-Up position. United International University (UIU) proudly showcased its cutting-edge innovation at the BEAR Summit and National Semiconductor Symposium 2025, where the UIU Mars Rover Team earned the title of 2nd Runners-Up in the Robotics Demonstration segment. Their rover, designed and built by students of UIU's robotics research group, stood out for its advanced engineering, problem-solving capabilities, and real-world applicability in planetary exploration. This achievement highlights UIU's growing contribution to robotics and deep-tech research
3RD PLACE AT ARC 2025
Best Science & Autonomous Driving System Awards
At the Anatolian Rover Challenge (ARC) 2025 held in Turkey, the UIU Mars Rover Team (UMRT) proudly secured 3rd place overall, along with two prestigious recognitions: the Best Science Award and the Best Autonomous Driving and Control System Award. The team's latest rover, AXIOS, showcased cutting-edge AI-driven navigation, an advanced robotic arm, and powerful scientific analysis tools, proving its ability to handle the toughest terrains and complex mission tasks. These achievements mark a major milestone for UMRT, highlighting their commitment to innovation and excellence in space robotics.
3RD PLACE GLOBALLY AT ARC 2023
National & International Coverage
In the Anatolian Rover Challenge (ARC) 2023, the UIU Mars Rover Team (UMRT) from United International University (UIU) achieved an impressive result, securing 3rd place overall out of 38 teams from 15 countries. This achievement highlights the team's continuous growth and technical excellence in the field of planetary exploration. Their rover, TELOS, demonstrated exceptional performance in key missions, including autonomous navigation, scientific exploration, and extreme terrain traversal. UMRT's success in ARC 2023 further solidifies their reputation as one of the top competitors in international rover challenges.
MEDIA COVERAGE
Follow our journey through news features, social media highlights, and media recognition showcasing Bangladesh's rising stars in rescue robotics.
UIU 6TH, BRACU 8TH AT UNIVERSITY ROVER CHALLENGE 2025
"UIU Mars Rover from United International University (UIU) and BRACU Mongol-Tori from BRAC University (BRACU) secured the 6th and 8th positions respectively at the University Rover Challenge (URC) 2025 finals. MIST Mongol Barota from Military Institute of Science and Technology (MIST) and Project Altair from Islamic University of Technology (IUT) stood 14th and 18th respectively. "
HOW WE ARE MOVING FORWARD LITTLE BY LITTLE ON THE MISSION TO BUILD A ROVER FOR MARS
"Various research is going on all over the world with the dream that one day people will be settled on Mars. Various competitions are being organized to involve young people in Mars research. One such event is the University Rover Challenge (URC), which is organized by a US-based organization called the Mars Society. The competition is mainly to create a research-based robot (Mars rover) on Mars."
UNIVERSITY ROVER CHALLENGE 2025: HOW UIU SET A NEW BAR BY BAGGING THE 'BEST SCIENTIST AWARD'
"For the first time in the history of University Rover Challenge (URC), an Asian team has scored a perfect 100/100 in the Science Mission and earned the Best Scientist Award."
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CONTACT US
ABOUT URRT
The UIU Rescue Rover Team (URRT) is a group of passionate students dedicated to designing and building advanced rescue rovers for disaster response and emergency operations. Our mission is to leverage engineering innovation and autonomous technologies to assist in search, Rescue, and Life-saving missions, pushing the boundaries of robotics for humanitarian impact.
rescuerover@cair.uiu.ac.bd
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PHONE
+880 1909356346
Mon-Fri, 9AM-5PM
ADDRESS
United International University
Dhaka, Bangladesh