BRDG Bridge Studio calls application for Robots in Quarantine Design Competition. BRDG Bridge Studio hopes that we can use our time in quarantine as a window of possibility for designers, creatives, and technologists to push boundaries and spark innovation. Robotics is an incredibly powerful tool – especially in the hands of designers. How can we push boundaries with the power of these machines?

The BEDG will be giving the robots to individuals and teams whose proposals are chosen through this design competition. The competition is especially interested to see relevant healthcare applications for obvious reasons, however, it is open to a range of proposals – from art and performance to manufacturing, recycling, and solutions for human interactions like retail and events. The work developed with the robotics can be scaled up for huge global impact, or be used for artistic statements and bespoke sculptural or manufacturing works… competition is open to all of the above.

3D models and specs on UR5e robotics provided to designers for design processes.

Prizes

• Finalists: One finalist will receive $2,500 prize, residency at BRDG Studios in Philadelphia to develop proposals into working prototypes and proof of concepts; Robotics training, exposure, access to mentorship, access to additional resources, and additional development opportunities.
• Honorable mentions: posts on social media and blogs mentioning work with full credits.
• Extension of Residency Program: semi-finalists will be considered for a possible extension of the residency program in the future.

Dates 

• May 29, 2020: Submissions due by 11:59 ET
• Late June: finalists announced
• Late July: residency and prize winners announced
• Sept-Dec: residency to align with the fall internship period
  Jan / Feb 2021: residency gallery opening to showcase developed project

Check the official website for more information about the description and brief about Robots in Quarantine Design Competition.