USTP hosts PRG-National Robotics Competition and Innovation Summit 2024
By Roque P. Bermudez, USTP System STRATCOMM
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October 12, 2024 – The University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines in Cagayan de Oro (USTP CDO) has partnered with the Data Science and Technology Corporation (DSTC), also known as the Pinoy Robot Games-National Robotics Competition (PRG-NRC), to present the National Robotics Competition and Innovation Summit 2024. This collaborative initiative, held at Bulua Central School in Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental, focuses on advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, specifically Goals 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation) and 14 (Life Below Water).
The competition stretches from the extension project of USTP with the main beneficiaries from the participating Department of Education (DepEd) schools with project volunteers from USTP CDO, and the Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers of the Philippines, Inc. – Council of Student Chapters (IIEE-CSC) and Institute of Computer Engineers of the Philippines Student Edition student organizations.
The project leader, Ms. Helen Grace B. Gonzales, and project members, Engr. Mary Ann E. Telen, Engr. Dexter L. Duat, Engr. Daxter Willam Gulben, Engr. Ellen Jane Gulben and DepEd faculties as technical working groups, led the activity.
Mr. Melvin Matulac, Founder of Pinoy Robot Games, welcomed the Department of Education (DepEd) school participants from Northern Mindanao, Zamboanga Region, Surigao, SOCSKSARGEN (South Cotabato, Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani, and General Santos City), and Davao Region. He emphasized his excitement to attendees and mentors that “PRG-NRC awakens the inventor in you” while recognizing the efforts of USTP in hosting this year’s competition, highlighting the union and vision of both institutions in robotics education and fostering technological innovation among youth.
The competition category consists of robotic games; Mission Challenge, 1kg and 3kg SUMOBOT Autonomous and Remotely Controlled, Line Tracing (Beginner and Advanced Level).
The innovation summit included the Innovative Prototype & Project Ideas presentations. Symposiums from Applied Robotics in the Renewable Energy Industry by Engr. Ellen Jane G. Gulben; Framework for Robotics led by Ms. Helen Grace B. Gonzales; and Discussions on Rapid Software Development for Robotics by Engr. Diogenes D. Pascua was held.
Poll of Champions
Different DepEd schools from various regions across Mindanao participated in the Robotic Competition games and presented their innovative project ideas and prototypes. Below is the official list of all the winners bagged as first placers:
1kg SUMOBOT- Remotely Controlled
Kidapawan City Pilot Elementary School
Ranier Carlo C. Bautista & Jayeona Marek L. Aranas
1kg SUMOBOT- Autonomous
Poblacion Polomolok National High School
Klarissa Reian M. Coronado & Cresart Rey C. Mesias
3kg SUMOBOT- Remotely Controlled
Banga National High School
Geraldine Marie Jhycynth U. Estrella
3kg SUMOBOT Autonomous
Banga National High School
Teshaun Louisse S. Mercurio
Line Tracing Beginner
Surigao Del Norte National High School
Rochelle Q. Lipio & Juana Eileen A. Saldo
Line Tracing Advanced
Banga National High School
Kyla Anaud & Charmela Bianca Tampus
Innovative Project Idea
Gusa National High School- X
Kenneth D. Baluyos & Sabrina G. Curit
Innovative Prototype
Compostela National High School
Kimberly Janne A. Cabel & Danielle A. Gandeza
Mission Challenge
Valencia National High School
Elton John M. Ahito & Zabghel Angelo S. Panduma
The collaboration between USTP and PRG-NRC demonstrates their continuous commitment to nurturing young minds by providing opportunities to compete in various robotics competitions. This shared vision aims to inspire the next generation of innovators and problem solvers while fostering a vibrant ecosystem of innovation and excellence in the Philippines.
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