Bender Autonomous Robotics Systems (ARS) is a student-led, multidisciplinary robotics team focused on designing, building, and testing real-world autonomous robotic systems. The team develops competition-grade robots that integrate mechanical design, embedded electronics, perception, and control into fully functional physical platforms.

Bender ARS emphasizes hands-on interaction and transparency in engineering. Through live demonstrations and direct engagement with their robots, the team invites people to see, touch, and even drive a working autonomous system while learning how sensors, autonomy, and control come together in practice. Team members actively explain design decisions, tradeoffs, and the challenges of operating robots in real environments.

The mission of Bender ARS is to demystify robotics by making advanced systems tangible, approachable, and engaging. By transforming abstract concepts like autonomy and perception into tangible, interactive experiences, the team aims to spark curiosity, foster technical understanding, and equip students to design robust robotic systems that operate in the real world.