IFAC Wearable Robot Challenge 2026 (ENG)

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🔗 Official Website 🔗 IFAC 2026 Website 🔗 IFAC 2026 Website

<aside> 👉 Welcome to IFAC Wearable Robot Challenge 2026! This document covers everything you need to navigate the hackathon day-of. If you have any other questions during the event, visit us at the Help Desk or ask anyone in an IFAC staff T-shirt.

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📖 OVERVIEW

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📑 MISSION & SUBMISSION

The challenge consists of two missions combining creative storytelling and wearable robotics innovation.

Format

International wearable robotics challenge held during IFAC World Congress 2026
One wearable robot platform provided to each team
Video production and technical development conducted in Busan

Mission Structure

Combines control, sensing, human-robot interaction, and creative communication
All teams complete two consecutive missions
Teams may receive awards in both competition tracks

💡JUDGING & AWARDS

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🗓️ SCHEDULE

After 6 pm, teams may continue development at their accommodation or another workspace. All safety rules still apply, and teams are responsible for secure transport, use, and storage.

📋 IMPORTANT RULES & GUIDELINES

🤖 Robot & Equipment

Safety comes before performance
Follow all safety instructions from the organizers
Do not modify or disassemble restricted robot components
Get external hardware reviewed before connecting it to the robot
Back up your software and data
Keep the equipment secure during transport, use, and storage

🏁 Content & Submission

Final submissions must be primarily created by registered team members
Respect local regulations and public safety while filming
Get consent before clearly featuring members of the public
Do not use copyrighted music or media without permission

Organizers may stop any activity that risks the safety of participants, the public, or the equipment.

Sensors & Hardware Restrictions

Equipment Care & Safety

🏅 AWARDS

A team may receive awards in both tracks.

🏅 Busan Experience Award

Storytelling and creativity
Meaningful integration of the wearable robot
Effective use of Busan locations and atmosphere
Public engagement and accessibility
Overall video and communication quality

Component	Weight
Concept, Storytelling & Public Appeal
Original, engaging, and easy for a general audience to enjoy	30%
Integration of Robot & Busan
Naturally woven into the story and connected to Busan’s locations or culture	30%
Production & Communication Quality
Filming, editing, sound, and subtitles are polished and effective	25%
Online Audience Engagement
Based on views and likes at the official cutoff time	15%

🏅 Wearable Robotics Innovation Award

Technical originality
Real-time implementation
Algorithm and control design
Sensor and system integration
Experimental evidence
Technical presentation

Component	Weight
Real-Time Implementation & Functionality	35
Algorithm & System Integration	25%
Technical Concept & Originality	20%
Experimental Evidence & Presentation	20%

👼 ABOUT ANGEL ROBOTICS

https://www.angel-robotics.com/en

Angel Robotics builds wearable robots, starting in healthcare, one of the most technically demanding fields, and expanding into industrial safety, defense, and military applications. By developing key components such as actuators in-house, the company drives sustainable growth and maintains tighter control over its technology.

Click on this link to see how to wear the robot https://youtu.be/x0eOLwfj0ug?si􃚍UnsuE􃎿Acuash6qKI

For more information click here

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✅ USEFUL INFORMATION

WIFI

ID: Wearable PW: 2026cmр!

MAP

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🚎 BEXCO Station (Donghae Line)

🚎 BEXCO Station (Line 2)

🚎 Centum City Station (Line 2)

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