AI in Motion
Features training and a regional competition focused on building and programming AI-enabled robots, promoting skills in robotics and automation.
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Activity Summary
AI in Motion is a regional competition showcasing participants’ ability to apply Artificial Intelligence (AI) in robotics to develop innovative solutions to industry problems. It also serves as a learning and development platform, as participants will undergo comprehensive virtual and hands-on training conducted by industry experts. The outputs created by the participating teams will be showcased to the public and evaluated on 03 August 2026 at the Iloilo Convention Center.
Schedules
August 3 - 5, 2026
AI for Robotics Exhibit
Venue
Coming Soon
Activity
Robotics Workshop and Competition
Who can join?
For Virtual Session
- Any interested individuals are free to join the virtual learning sessions.
For Workshop Competition
- Eligible participating teams must meet the following criteria:
- Must be composed of 3-5 bonafide college students of the same Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in Western Visayas for the academic year 2026-2027.
- Have one (1) designated Faculty Mentor from the same institution to provide technical and academic oversight.
- Have an established team name for identification.
- Participants of each team should have knowledge on the following:
- Programming: Mastery of control flow (loops, conditionals), data structures, and functional programming (i.e Python).
- Electronics: Basic understanding of microcontrollers (Arduino/ESP32) and PWM signals. Basic knowledge of serial communication and wiring logic.
- AI: Conceptual knowledge of Machine Learning
Event Schedules
- Location
- June 12 to August 5, 2026
June 12, 2026
Deadline of registration
June 19, 2026
Learning Session 1:
AI in Motion Orientation, Introduction to AI in Robotics, Dobot Arm
June 26, 2026
Learning Session 2:
Conveyor System and Vision Kit
July 3, 2026
Learning Session 3:
Elephant Robotic Arm + Conveyor Kit + Vision Kit
July 3, 2026
Finalize and Submission deadline of Concept Proposal
July 10, 2026
Learning Session 4:
Elephant Robotic Arm + Vision Kit + AGV
July 10, 2026
Announcement of Qualified Teams
July 29, 2026
In-Person Hands-On Exercise Session 1:
Official rollout of robotic hardware; safety orientation and system calibration
July 30, 2026
In-Person Hands-On Exercise Session 2:
Solution building, logic testing, and initial troubleshooting of the concept proposals
July 31, 2026
In-Person Hands-On Exercise Session 3:
Refinement of robotic movements, error handling, and final performance tuning
July 31, 2026
Final Submission & Evaluation
All digital assets (Final Project Report, Documentation, and AI Source Code)
August 3, 2026
Final technical audit and performance review by the judging panel
August 3, 2026
Presentation of solutions
Judging
August 5, 2026
Awarding
Learn more about
AI in Motion
What is AI in Motion?
AI in Motion is a regional competition showcasing participants’ ability to apply Artificial Intelligence (AI) in robotics to develop innovative solutions to industry problems. It also serves as a learning and development platform, as participants will undergo comprehensive virtual and hands-on training conducted by industry experts.
The outputs created by the participating teams will be showcased to the public and evaluated on 03 August 2026 at the Iloilo Convention Center.
Who can Join?
For Virtual Sessions
Any interested individuals are free to join the virtual learning sessions.
For Workshop Competition
Eligible participating teams must meet the following criteria:
1. Must be composed of 3-5 bonafide college students of the same Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in Western Visayas for the academic year 2026-2027.
2. Have one (1) designated Faculty Mentor from the same institution to provide technical and academic oversight.
3. Have an established team name for identification.
4. Participants of each team should have knowledge on the following:
- Programming: Mastery of control flow (loops, conditionals), data structures, and functional programming (i.e Python).
- Electronics: Basic understanding of microcontrollers (Arduino/ESP32) and PWM signals. Basic knowledge of serial communication and wiring logic.
- AI: Conceptual knowledge of Machine Learning
Is an institution allowed to send multiple teams?
Yes. Each institution may send more than one (1) participating team.
What are the requirements for joining?
Successful online registration.
When is the deadline to register?
Registration is open from until 12 June 2026
What sections are included in the Google Form for concept proposal submission?
1. Problem Statement: The industry problem to be addressed.
2. Technical Solution Design: The technical solution that utilizes AI and Robotics Technology based on the provided hardware specifications.
3. Potential Outcome of the Solutions
How is AI in Motion Workshop Competition Structured?
1. Interested participants may register until 12 June 2026.
2. Participants will attend the AI for Robotics Virtual Learning Series via Zoom.
3. Participants will be required to finalize and submit their Concept Proposal on or before 3 July 2026.
4. Concept proposals will be evaluated, and only six (6) teams will be selected to advance to the next level. The announcement of qualifying teams will be on 10 July 2026.
5. The shortlisted teams will undergo in-person hands-on sessions.
6. The teams will then present their solutions for judging on 03 August 2026 at the Iloilo Convention Center.
7. Winning teams will be awarded on 05 August 2026 during the closing ceremonies of the 2026 AI Fest.
What are the dates and topics of the Virtual Learning Sessions?
Session 1: 19 June 2026
- (AI in Motion Orientation, Introduction to AI in Robotics, Dobot Arm)
Session 2: 26 June 2026
- (Conveyor System and Vision Kit)
Session 3: 3 July 2026
- (Elephant Robotic Arm + Conveyor Kit + Vision Kit)
Session 4: 10 July 2026
- (Elephant Robotic Arm + Vision Kit + AGV)
What are the dates and topics of the In-Person Hands-On Exercise?
Session 1: 29 July 2026
- (Official rollout of robotic hardware; safety orientation and system calibration)
Session 2: 30 July 2026
- (Solution building, logic testing, and initial troubleshooting of the concept proposals)
Session 3: 31 July 2026
- (Refinement of robotic movements, error handling, and final performance tuning)
Where is the in-person hands-on session taking place?
Iloilo Science and Technology University
Lapaz, Iloilo City
What should I bring during the In-Person Hands-on sessions?
1. Laptop
2. Extension Cord
What are the project specifications and deliverables?
1. Hardware & Software Integration
a. Solutions must be developed exclusively using the official hardware suite provided by the Organizing Committee.
b. The AI model and logic must be the original work of the participants. While open-source libraries are permitted, the integration and training architecture must be developed by the team.
c. Each solution must be designated a professional project name that reflects its industrial application or core function.
2. Documentation Requirements
a. Teams are required to maintain a comprehensive Development Log throughout the lifecycle of the project.
b. Provide images/video demonstrations of the robot in various stages of assembly, calibration, and final execution.
What is included in the participation?
For hands-on in-person exercise.
1. AM Snacks, Lunch, PM Snacks
2. AI in Motion Kits
3. Certificate
What are the benefits of joining?
Benefits :
1. Gain fundamental technical knowledge required to design and develop robotics solutions using our designated hardware ecosystem.
2. Receive Mentorship from industry experts.
3. Connect with industry leaders actively searching for emerging talents on AI and robotics
What are the prizes?
Cash Prizes :
Champion – Php 40,000
Consolation Prize – Php 5,000