NASA Hosts 2026 Lunabotics Robotics Competition to Advance Lunar Mission Preparations
NASA is set to host its annual Lunabotics Challenge from May 19 to May 21, 2026, at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in Florida. This event will see participation from 50 college teams across the United States, who will design, build, and operate lunar robot prototypes. The competition focuses on creating self-driving rovers capable of constructing berms from simulated lunar regolith. These structures are crucial for protecting Artemis infrastructure on the Moon from debris during landings and launches, as well as providing shade and radiation shielding. The Lunabotics Challenge, part of NASA's Artemis Student Challenges, aims to engage students in STEM fields and prepare them for future careers in space exploration. 
